Illegal vape sales in Perth attract organised crime threats, as new vaping laws passed ABC News Australia to toughen tobacco crime laws as cigarette and vape black markets surge ABC News Half of UK vape and convenience stores linked to organised crime Vape shops have shifted their operations online and on the road following fresh crackdowns from Queensland Health. Despite the threat of jail and hefty fines the devices are still being sold through Shop owner hit with heavy fine after selling vapes to children In August 2025, Wigan Council's Trading Standards team conducted an operation in relation to underage vape sales in Wigan town Little Europe and the Vape Shop in Ely have been ordered to close for three months following a number of complaints and several seizures of illegal tobacco and vapes. More here: https: orlo.uk AVUcu