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Crimestoppers and FACT Target Illicit Vape Trade Ahead of UK Disposable Vape Ban The independent charity Crimestoppers is working with FACT to combat the illegal importation, distribution and sale of illicit vapes. Crimestoppers have launched a six-week digital campaign from Thursday, 29 May – Wednesday, 9 July 2025. Our campaign focuses on raising awareness about: Risks and harms associated with the sale and supply of illicit vapes Exploitation of vulnerable people by organised crime gangs Recognising the signs to spot for members of the public to pass on information they may have regarding the crime or criminals involved to our charity, 100% anonymously. The campaign landing page details the harms and risks to consumers, the signs to spot, and what information is most helpful to report. How you can support the campaign. We’ve developed a series of social media assets and messages which you can download and share with your network to amplify the campaign’s reach. Click below to download our social media schedule and template messages. x5 social statics (jpeg) A spreadsheet of scheduled social posts Alternatively, follow us and share our campaign posts on social media to help us amplify our campaign messaging to new audiences. Please also share this email with your networks to further amplify our campaign. Download campaign stakeholder pack Download the social media schedule and assets Visit the campaign landing page If you’re unable to access our SharePoint folder, please use the Google Drive link here. If you’ve seen or suspect crime and don’t want to speak to the police, you can tell us what you know on the phone on [http://Callto: 0800555111]0800 555 111 and online, 24/7, 365 days a year. To learn more about our campaign, please contact: brand@crimestoppers-uk.org  © Crimestoppers Trust, registered charity in England & Wales (1108687), Scotland (SC037960). Crimestoppers Trust, PO Box 324, Wallington SM6 6BG