Do Vape Detectors Work in Bathrooms? Evidence and Best Practice
Toilets are the front line of school vaping. This article explores whether vape detectors really work in bathrooms - with evidence, impact stories and best practice tips.
Vaping is a gateway to smoking for 1-in-3 teens
In a startling new study, researchers have found that one in three UK teenagers who try vaping will go on to smoke tobacco, a rate not seen since the 1970s. This trend threatens to reverse decades of progress in reducing youth smoking, driven by strong tobacco controls and shifting social attitudes. With more than a million young people having experimented with e-cigarettes and youth smoking rates on the rise, urgent action is needed. In this post we explore the evidence, the risks and the measures we must take now to protect a smoke-free future for Britain’s next generation.
UK School Vaping Laws 2025: What Headteachers Need to Know
New vaping laws are arriving in UK schools. This guide outlines what headteachers need to know in 2025 — from legal changes to safeguarding expectations.
Creating a Vape-Free Policy: Free Template for Safeguarding Leads
A clear vape free policy is essential for safeguarding, behaviour and communication. This article explains what to include and offers a free downloadable template.
How to Stop Vaping at School – 7 Proven Steps
Student vaping is on the rise - but schools are not powerless. In this post, we share 7 practical, proven steps that help schools tackle vaping head on and create a safer, healthier environment for students.
Elevating Vape Standards: a Call for Rigorous Regulation
The ban on disposable vapes was a vital step forward — but it’s left a dangerous gap. In the rush to fill it, we’re seeing a surge in cheap, unregulated products designed to mimic the disposable experience without any of the safeguards. If we don’t urgently introduce quality standards for vape oils and hardware, we’re simply replacing one health risk with another — this time, with even less oversight.
Simon Hassett - Vape Guardian, Founder
The Truth Behind the Disposable Vape Ban: What We Are Still Getting Wrong About Youth Vaping
Discover what the UK's new vaping laws really mean beyond the disposable vape ban. This in-depth analysis explores upcoming restrictions on flavours and packaging, enforcement challenges, and the potential rise in black market vape products. Learn how these changes will impact schools, retailers and public health — and how Vape Guardian is helping organisations stay ahead.
Comparison Guide: Vape Guardian vs Premium Competitor Systems
A detailed comparison guide that demonstrates how Vape Guardian delivers equivalent detection quality to expensive premium systems while offering superior value, cost-effectiveness, and comprehensive support at a fraction of the price.