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Tobacco and Vapes Bill: restrictions draw closer

The Tobacco and Vapes Bill is now in its final stages in Parliament with consideration of amendments from the Lords scheduled for next week. This is the last hurdle before the Bill receives Royal Assent. The law phases…

Government calls for help to develop vaping regulations

The Tobacco and Vapes Bill currently in the committee stage in the House of Lords, which will introduce restrictions on vaping, is drawing closer to receiving Royal Assent. In advance of this the government last month…

Vaping concerns: Young people in the spotlight

With the summer holidays underway young people have more time on their hands but it could also mean parents have more time to be aware of their children’s behaviour. This could include them having a vaping…

Security in schools: Protecting staff and pupils

Schools that need to protect their staff, pupils and visitors, should be aware of the external threats and risks they face and ensure they are properly securing their perimeter. UK government guidance on school security, which was…

Public backs the measures in the Tobacco and Vapes Bill

The Tobacco and Vapes Bill which will phase out the sale of tobacco products for those aged 15 or younger this year, and bring in more restrictions on vaping, is close to reaching its final stages in Parliament.…

Disposable vape ban takes effect

The UK’s disposable vape ban came into force at the beginning of the month (1st June 2025). The ban was introduced by the government to limit the environmental damage the irresponsible disposing of these vapes was causing. Additionally,…

Cloud Security: What it is and how it can benefit your organisation

In the modern age of security, cloud-based systems are transforming how businesses and individuals monitor their premises. These advanced solutions leverage cloud storage to offer scalable, flexible, and remotely accessible options for enhancing security measures. What…

Guidance issued on disposable vape ban

Government guidance has been issued to businesses impacted by the disposable vape ban which takes effect from 1st June this year. This includes all types of shops or online retailers that sell vapes, vape manufacturers, importers and…

Get more from your HALO Smart Sensor with Amplify

Monitoring your premises and protecting people and important items or possessions has got a lot of easier with the development of HALO Amplify. This allows up to 30 Bluetooth-enabled sensors to be wirelessly connected to each HALO Smart…