Videos of the child inhaling the vape was widely shared on social media
Two women have been reported to Scotland’s prosecution service after videos showing a toddler vaping were shared online.
The footage, believed to have been filmed in East Ayrshire, shows a young blonde-haired child coughing after being offered the pink vape.
Police Scotland said the women, both aged 19, were the subject of a report to the Procurator Fiscal.
The incident was also reported to East Ayrshire Council social work.
Police said child in this case was not harmed in the incident.
A force spokesperson added: “The child is safe and well.”
Small amounts of nicotine can cause serious health issues in young children, with 1mg to 2mg causing poisoning if ingested.
It can lead to palpitations, seizures, vomiting and could prove fatal in some cases.
Image source, Jacob King
Single-use vapes could be banned in Scotland from next April
The Scottish government is attempting to ban the sale and supply of single-use, “disposable” vapes over their health and environmental impact.
Paediatricians have warned the devices, which have surged in popularity among those under the age of 18, could cause lasting damage to their lungs, heart and brain.
The colourful pens can be purchased from some shops for about £5.
A Scottish government report published in June last year found that 22% of all under-18s – around 78,000 – were believed to have used a vape last year, with more young people using them than smoking cigarettes.
Draft legislation under the the Environmental Protection Act 1990 is open for consultation until 8 March.
If it passes, the sale of single-use vapes will be banned from 1 April, 2025. Refillable and rechargeable versions will still be available.
