I grew up surrounded by cigarettes. As a child, I saw firsthand the devastating effects of tobacco use. To escape this cycle, I turned to vaping as a safer alternative to inhale nicotine and manage my stress levels. However, Rishi Sunil's decision to ban vapes has disrupted this harm reduction approach for many like me.

Vaping is increasingly popular among teenagers, but instead of outright bans that push users towards potentially more harmful alternatives or illegal drugs, we need better regulation and education. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), in 2020 alone, 11.4% of high school students reported using e-cigarettes in the past month - a clear indication that vaping is an issue that needs addressing.

However, banning vapes may not be the solution we need; it could inadvertently lead to an increase in drug use among teenagers who can't access their preferred method of nicotine intake. We should focus our efforts on preventing drug abuse instead - according to NIDA again, over 5 million young people aged 12-25 used illegal drugs in 2019.

We are calling for a reversal of Rishi Sunil's vape ban and urging for more comprehensive measures against drug abuse amongst youth populations. Let's focus our resources where they're needed most - education about substance misuse risks and providing support services for those struggling with addiction.

Please sign this petition if you believe in creating safer environments through informed decisions rather than blanket bans.