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Leaked: EU Plans Massive Tax Hike on Nicotine Pouches

Leaked: EU Plans Massive Tax Hike on Nicotine Pouches

A secret document seen by the team at Haypp reveals the EU's plans to drastically increase the tax on nicotine pouches, or ‘white snus’ as it is sometimes called.

Smoking Rates Rise in Parts of England After 20 Years

Smoking Rates Rise in Parts of England After 20 Years

UK has a dangerous misunderstanding of the dangers of cigarettes as smoking rates rise.

Scientist Criticised for Misleading Vaping Claims

Scientist Criticised for Misleading Vaping Claims

A UK scientist has been heavily criticised for seeking ‘irresponsible publicity’ by promoting an incomplete, unpublished study as proof that vaping is more dangerous than smoking.

The Vape Report 2024

The Vape Report 2024

This is Haypp’s first report looking at the perspectives and behaviour of vapers. Vapes have grown rapidly in popularity and millions of people around the globe now enjoy using the products. However, misinformation about vapes is rife.

Vaping During Pregnancy

Vaping During Pregnancy

Smoking in pregnancy significantly increases the risk of negative health outcome for both mother and child. E-cigarettes and other nicotine-containing products have been successful in helping (non-pregnant) smokers move away from smoking.

Vapes Better than NRTs

Vapes Better than NRTs

Study finds vaping more effective than nicotine medicines for quitting smoking Vapes are more effective than NRTs (nicotine replacement therapies) for stopping smoking, according to a stop-smoking review conducted by scientists in the US and the UK.

New Zealand vs Australia: Vaping Cuts Smoking Faster

New Zealand vs Australia: Vaping Cuts Smoking Faster

Smoking is declining twice as fast in New Zealand than it is in Australia and scientists say that this is because New Zealand has far less restrictive rules on vaping.

Haypp Holiday Savings Calculator

Haypp Holiday Savings Calculator

Brits have been feeling the pressure lately with increasing costs and rising inflation rates. With so many small daily expenses, it’s easy for the little costs to add up, and before you know it, a big chunk of your payslip is spent on subscriptions, coffees, and takeaways. When we step back and look at our daily habits it’s possible to see how much we could be saving by being more mindful about spending.

Was Your New Year's Resolution to Quit

Was Your New Year's Resolution to Quit

Setting New Year’s resolutions is a tradition that dates back to the 18th century. These resolutions often involve making positive lifestyle changes, which can be easier said than done. Between 30-50% of adults make New Year’s resolutions. Perhaps you’ve started vaping as a way to quit smoking? If so, you’re not alone.

Success Rates of Stop Smoking Services

Success Rates of Stop Smoking Services in England

Local authorities across the UK work tirelessly to improve the health and well-being of their communities.

Synthetic Nicotine

Synthetic Nicotine: Costly but More Sustainable

Synthetic nicotine has the potential to make nicotine use more sustainable in the long run, according to Markus Lindblad, Head of Communications at Haypp. This is despite synthetic nicotine being significantly more expensive to produce, potentially shrinking profit margins for many manufacturers.

New Zealand - Smoking to e-cigarettes

Did New Zealand's Push for Vaping Work Too Well?

The proportion of smokers in New Zealand has decreased dramatically in just 10 years. Currently, only 6.8 percent of the population smokes, compared to 15 percent in 2013. Meanwhile, the proportion of vapers has increased significantly since the products were regulated in 2018. Today, just over 10 percent of the adult population vapes.

Haypp Supports Vape Licensing

Haypp Support Vape Licensing for Responsible Businesses

The UK government’s proposed licensing scheme for vape and tobacco retailers marks a turning point for the industry. In this article, we explore how this new regulation supports responsible businesses, combats illegal sales, and refocuses the market on its core mission of providing safer alternatives for adult smokers.

Will a Disposable Vape Ban Slow Smoking Cessation?

Will a Disposable Vape Ban Slow Smoking Cessation?

By the middle of next year, disposable vapes will be banned in the United Kingdom. At the same time, the government has set a target to make the country smoke-free by 2030. Critics now argue that the measure is likely to hinder the transition from smoking to vaping among the wider population. Cancer Research UK even warns that the ambitious goal of a smoke-free Britain by 2030 risks being delayed by a decade unless more measures to reduce smoking are swiftly implemented.

Lighten the Load on Your Shoulders

Lighten the Load on Your Shoulders!

At Haypp Group our mission is to inspire healthier enjoyment for millions of people, and so we try to understand what makes a happy and healthy life. Professor Fredrik Nyström is a medical doctor and leading expert in lifestyle and health, and we were pleased to collaborate with him on his recent research into how diet and lifestyle can impact your health and happiness.

Research: Second-hand Vaping has Minimal Impact on the Surroundings

Second-Hand Vaping Has Minimal Impact

The environment is marginally affected by vapor from e-cigarettes, according to researchers behind a study that measured nicotine exposure among children in environments where smoking and vaping occur.

Young Adults Choose Vapes Over Cigarettes

Young Adults Choose Vapes Over Cigarettes

Recent reports reveal a significant shift in tobacco and nicotine usage patterns among younger age groups in both the UK and the US. As traditional smoking continues to decline, vaping is emerging as a popular alternative among youth, though its usage patterns remain dynamic.

Science Says No to Harsh Outdoor Vape Bans

Science Says No to Harsh Outdoor Vape Bans

A proposal by the EU Commission to ban vaping outdoors ignores the science and risks sending smokers back to vaping. The Commission has proposed extending outdoor bans on smoking to any aerosol emitting product, whether it contains nicotine or not. This includes products like e-cigarettes and heated tobacco products.

Big Win for Snus Users

Big Win for Snus Users After Swedish Policy Shift

Sweden, like many other countries, has aimed to generally reduce all tobacco use. However, along with today’s budget proposal, a new direction and goal for health policy were announced. Previously, the Swedish government chose to differentiate taxes from a harm-reduction perspective, but today’s announcement takes it a step further: All tobacco and nicotine policy must now consider the significant differences in harm caused by various products.

Nicotine and Weight Management

Nicotine and Weight Management

New research has confirmed previous findings that nicotine dosing can help weight loss, at least in mice.

Nicotine pouch sales driven by adult use

Nicotine pouch sales driven by adult use

Nicotine pouches have become very popular in the United States with sales continually increasing. Despite concerns over youth appeal, however, data released by the US Food and Drug Administration suggest that the increase in popularity is being driven by adult use.

Vape Flavour Bans Could Increase Smoking

Vape Flavour Bans Could Increase Smoking

Vape flavours will be on the agenda as the Tobacco and Vapes Bill makes it way through Parliament and the House of Lords to become law.

Stop the UK Vape Flavour Ban - Petition

Stop the UK Vape Flavour Ban - Sign the Petition Now

The UK has over 5 million vapers, a majority of them former smokers. Promoting vaping instead of the deadly smoking has made the UK one of Europe's most successful countries in helping people to quit. A success story now threatened by a recent proposal from the British Medical Association (BMA).

New Parliament Should Avoid US Vape Mistakes

New Parliament Should Avoid US Vape Mistakes

The new Tobacco and Vapes Bill, which has been drafted over the past few months, was not finalised before the new elections were called. However, the bill - which contains a package of tough measures and proposed regulations on vapes in particular - appears to have broad cross-party support and is expected to be implemented in some form in the autumn. While welcoming many of the proposals, Haypp points to the risks of over-regulation.

1 in 5 English Footballers Use Snus

1 in 5 English Footballers Use Snus or Nicotine Pouches

A report by Loughborough University, commissioned by the PFA (Professional Footballers’ Association), shows that one in five professional footballers in the English football system use snus or nicotine pouches.

vaping laws in different countries

Vaping Laws in Different Countries

With the UK government announcing new restrictions on the sale and purchase of vapes in the UK, it’s important for British holidaymakers to be aware of other countries also enforcing new and stricter laws when booking their next break. With some countries administering huge financial penalties, and others even imposing prison time, knowing the changing laws could make a huge difference to this year’s summer holidays. With this complex set of rules in mind, leading smoking alternatives retailer, Haypp Group, has revealed all you need to know about vaping in some of the UK’s favourite holiday destinations.

vapes and nicotine pouches save Britons

Vapes & Snus Could Save Thousands in the UK

The ‘Fighting smoking with alternative nicotine products’ study from Lakeville shows that alternative nicotine products - such as vapes, snus and nicotine pouches - are crucial to helping smokers quit for good. The report concludes that the proportion of smokers in a country has less to do with taxes and regulations and more to do with the availability of less harmful nicotine alternatives. In the UK up 28 410 lives could be saved every year. And that is only among men – since the study is based on data available on the male population.

Workplace Stress and smoking

Workplace Stress and Smoking Patterns

Recent data shows that one in eight UK adults still smoke – a considerably alarming statistic! With this in mind, Haypp decided to conduct research into which professions have the highest rate of smokers in the UK, on both a national and local level. Are certain industries naturally home to a higher number of smokers and, if so, what makes them keep coming back to cigarettes? With ~4,000 respondents spanning 18 cities, we've uncovered a clear connection between workplace pressure and smoking rates, learning which aspects of the job are causing Brits to turn to tobacco for relief. Click around the infographic below to explore how different cities and industries stack up.

A Guide to UK Vaping Laws

A Guide to UK Vaping Laws

Understanding UK vaping laws can help both consumers and retailers navigate a changing legal landscape. With vaping regulations evolving to protect public health, it's essential to know your rights and responsibilities, whether you're a vaper or a business. Below, we break down the key vaping laws in the UK, including where you can vape, product regulations, and how to spot illegal vapes.

What is Swedish Snus?

What is Swedish Snus?

Swedish snus has a deep history that stretches back to the 1400s. When European explorers brought tobacco back from the New World in the 1500s, it quickly became popular across Europe. By the 1600s, snus had reached Sweden, and by the 1700s, it was considered a luxury product among the aristocracy. At its peak, tobacco was being grown in over 70 towns across Sweden, and snus became a cultural mainstay. Over time, Swedish snus evolved into the moist, finely ground product still used today.

How to Talk To Your Teenager About Nicotine

How to Talk To Your Teenager About Nicotine

Being a parent to a teenager is not the easiest thing in the world. At times, you might even feel powerless. But there's a lot you can do to show that you're always there, that you're listening, and that you care. Adolescents care about what their parents say, even if it doesn't always seem that way, which means it's important to be clear about what matters. Dealing with a child that is using nicotine can be challenging. What should a parent say to their child that has been using nicotine? Read on for some of our advice!

World Cancer Day

World Cancer Day – "Europe needs the Swedish snus effect"

Every year, World Cancer Day takes place on the 4th of February. For us, it’s an opportunity to spread knowledge about what we can do so that fewer people are affected by cancer. World Cancer Day was established 23 years ago by the initiative of the International union against cancer, and is now one of the UN's internationally recognized days. Although the negative effects of smoking tobacco are common knowledge, smoking is still the most common cancer type that can be prevented. Over 7 million people die as a direct result of smoking, of which almost 700,000 within Europe.

EU Submission: Prioritising Risk Reduction

Our EU Submission: Prioritising Risk Reduction

When the European Commission issued a Call for Evidence on the legal framework for tobacco control, we chose to respond on how we believe the EU should support the goal of a tobacco-free generation.

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