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Russia’s e-cigarette market has undergone significant transformation in recent years. This change is driven by shifting consumer preferences. Technological advancements also play a role. Additionally, evolving regulatory frameworks contribute to the transformation. As the industry navigates these changes, it presents both opportunities and challenges for stakeholders. Here’s an in-depth look at the current state and future trajectory of Russia’s e-cigarette market. Market Growth and Consumer TrendsThe Russian e-cigarette market has experienced robust growth. A compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3% is projected from 2025 to 20315. This growth is fueled by increasing health awareness among consumers. Younger demographics, in particular, perceive e-cigarettes as a safer alternative to traditional tobacco […]

Ukraine’s Medical Cannabis Legalization: A New Era for Healthcare and Industry In a landmark move, Ukraine has officially legalized medical cannabis, marking a significant shift in its healthcare and pharmaceutical landscape. This decision comes from the need to address the growing demand for alternative treatments. There is a particular focus on conditions like PTSD, chronic pain, and epilepsy. This change has opened new doors for both patients and investors. Here’s what you need to know about this transformative development. Legalization and ImplementationOn February 16, 2024, President Volodymyr Zelensky signed a law legalizing medical cannabis. The law took effect six months later on August 16, 2024. The law reclassified cannabis from […]

Ban on sale and supply of single-use vapes in England to come into force on 1 June 2025 From:Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs, Department of Health and Social Care, Mary Creagh CBE MP and Andrew Gwynne MPPublished24 October 2024 New legislation to ban the sale of single-use vapes from 1 June 2025 has been laid in Parliament, Circular Economy Minister Mary Creagh confirmed today. Single-use vapes are not rechargeable or refillable, and are typically discarded as general waste in a bin or littered, rather than recycled – contributing to a flood of litter on our streets. Even when they are sent to recycling facilities, they usually have to be disassembled by hand […]

Published on 12/10/2024 The Health Ministry has proposed extending indefinitely the ban on HHC and other cannabinoids, which was introduced in February of this year, after over 170 children and young people ended up in hospital after overdosing on products containing them. The ban is due to expire at the end of the year and a new regulation which was to have extended the ban by 146 more substances will not come into force on January 1 as planned. The government's drug policy experts oppose an indefinite ban, stressing the need for a regulation that will not criminalize the possession of these substances while making them inaccessible to children. The […]

Published on: 30 October 2024 Ludicrous scenario of teenagers buying HHC legally must end Fianna Fáil TD Christopher O’Sullivan has called for an immediate ban on a semi-synthetic drug HHC in a bid to stop it destroying teenagers’ lives.  The Cork South West TD said it is ludicrous that HHC (hexahydrocannabinol) is not illegal and is currently available to purchase in vapes and edibles when evidence shows it is causing psychosis in children and teenagers.   Deputy O’Sullivan said: “We need to urgently implement a ban on semi-synthetic cannabinoids or HHCs.  “This is becoming a huge issue across the country due to a loophole in the law which means it is […]

Stephen Donnelly has said the plans to introduce a ban are on environmental and public health grounds The Irish government is set to ban disposable vapes. Cabinet approval was given Tuesday morning to draft laws tabled by Health Minister Stephen Donnelly. Under the proposed laws there will be a complete ban on the sale, manufacture or import of single-use or disposable vapes in Ireland. The legislation will also introduce a ban on a multitude of flavours that the government believe often appeal to children – it is estimated that as many as 15,000 flavour combinations exist. Aoife Moore BBC News NI's Dublin reporter