Question reference: S6W-14330
- Asked by: Monica Lennon, MSP for Central Scotland, Scottish Labour
- Date lodged: 26 January 2023
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Current status: Answered by Lorna Slater on 8 February 2023
Question
To ask the Scottish Government what work it is considering with local authorities to ensure that vaping products and e-cigarettes are properly disposed of and recycled, including examining how trading standards relate to this issue.
Answer
I have commissioned an urgent review of the environmental impacts and management of single-use vapes. Zero Waste Scotland will lead on the review, which will examine available evidence and consider potential options to tackle the issue.
The review will consider of a range of approaches and implementation considerations, including the role of local authorities and others in helping to ensure responsible recycling and disposal, as well as enforcement issues.
We will consider the evidence and expert advice and bring forward policy options in due course.