How to report a concern
You do not need proof to report illegal tobacco, illegal vapes, cannabis THC products, online sales or underage sales. Share what you know and help build the local picture.
Your report can help local teams spot patterns
A single report may not tell the full story, but it can help identify repeat sellers, local hotspots, products being sold to children, online accounts or hidden stock. Reports can be submitted anonymously.
1,700+
reports logged since launch
Source: Latest reporting data updated May 26
222
reports describe concealment or hidden stock
Source: Latest reporting data updated May 26
203
UK reports mention cannabis
Source: Latest reporting data updated May 26
Quick answer
Report what you have seen. You do not need to investigate, confront anyone or collect evidence.
Useful details can include:
- A shop name, address, postcode, street or nearby landmark
- An online account, profile name, website or link
- A product name, photo, screenshot or description
- A price, deal or pattern you have noticed
- A concern about children or underage sales
- Where products may be stored or hidden
What can you report?
Illegal tobacco
Cheap cigarettes, hand rolling tobacco, foreign labelled packs, duty free tobacco being resold or tobacco sold under the counter.
Illegal vapes
Single use vapes, high strength products, missing labels, poor quality packaging or vapes not listed with MHRA.
Underage sales
Shops, adults, older young people or online sellers supplying vapes, tobacco or related products to children.
Online Sales
Sales through Facebook, Snapchat, Instagram, WhatsApp, websites, group chats or local delivery.
Cannabis THC vapes
Products described as cannabis, THC, HHC, spice, weed vapes or synthetic cannabinoid vapes, sold through shops, online sellers or local contacts.
Hidden stock
Products kept behind counters, in back rooms, vehicles, nearby homes, storage units or hidden compartments.
Still not sure what to report?
What if I might be wrong?
That is okay. Reports are reviewed. You are not expected to prove anything before submitting a concern.
Can I report anonymously?
Yes. You do not have to leave your name or contact details.
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Underage sales
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