Tobacco and Vapes bill The Tobacco and Vapes Bill, which makes it illegal to sell tobacco to anyone born on or after 1 January 2009, has been granted Royal Assent today, meaning todays children will never legally be sold The Tobacco and Vapes Act is a significant milestone which will reduce smoking related harm, and one we have long called for. This legislation is a vital step forward but it must be Rt Hon. Dame Andrea Leadsom DBE Andrea Leadsom Hails Introduction of the Tobacco and Vapes Bill 285 Teen Vaping Stock Video Footage 4K and HD Video Clips Shutterstock