Worried a child is being sold vapes or tobacco?

If you think a child is being sold vapes, tobacco or cannabis THC products, you can report it anonymously. You do not need proof.

The concern is not children getting into trouble. It is adults and sellers making products easy to access.

UK reports raise youth access concerns

of Year 7 to 11 pupils had tried vaping

of Year 10 pupils said vapes were easy to get

of young vapers used products likely to be illegal

You can report concerns about children being sold vapes, tobacco or cannabis THC products. You do not need to know the full story.

Children leaving a shop with vapes, tobacco or related products.

Sales linked to school gates, buses, parks or youth spaces.

Older young people selling or passing products to younger children.

Sales through Snapchat, Instagram, Facebook, WhatsApp, group chats or delivery.

That can still help. A name, place, online account or repeated rumour can help build the picture.

No. You can report what you know, even if you are not completely certain.

Find out how illegal products are sold, what signs to look for and how enforcement partners are tackling the issue.

Find out what makes tobacco illegal, from cheap packs to hidden stock and under the counter sales.

Learn how to spot illegal vapes, banned disposables and products that may be sold outside the rules.