News and updates
Find stories about illegal tobacco, illegal vapes, shop closures, seizures, youth access concerns and local reporting. These updates show how community information, Trading Standards work and partner action can help tackle illegal sales.
Learn more about illegal tobacco and vapes
Find out how illegal products are sold, what signs to look for and how enforcement partners are tackling the issue.
What are illegal vapes?
Learn how to spot illegal vapes, banned disposables and products that may be sold outside the rules.
What is illegal tobacco?
Find out what makes tobacco illegal, from cheap packs to hidden stock and under the counter sales.
Where is it sold?
Illegal products can be sold through shops, homes, cars, pubs, markets, online sellers and local delivery.