Federal Health Minister Mark Butler says while there isn't yet a timeframe for the ban on disposable vape products, jurisdictions are working together on a uniform approach. RNBreakfast
This week, state and territory Health Ministers will receive advice on how to crackdown on vapes, looking at reforming legislation and closing loopholes in the black market.
Federal Health Minister Mark Butler says while there isn't yet a timeframe for the ban on disposable vape products, jurisdictions are working together on a uniform approach.
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