The bill sailed through Parliament with cross-party support, and this Wednesday, it received royal assent, the final formality in the legislative process
As Christopher Snowdon, head of lifestyle economics at the Institute of Economic Affairs, tells Reason , "it allows the government to do anything it wants to vapes and pouches without any parliamentary oversight." Specifically, it gives government ministers sweeping new powers to regulate flavors, packaging, and advertising through secondary legislation, meaning they wouldn't need Parliamentary scrutiny
It may discourage some users or push some parents to pay closer attention to their childrens digital media habits, but it does not make the platforms any safer to use
As the weather warms and road trips become more common, staying connected and productive while away from traditional power sources becomes a top priority for many