Cannabis THC vapes a ‘threat to younger generation’ in Bradford
December 30, 2025
Cannabis THC vapes a ‘threat to younger generation’
PAThe rising use of cannabis vapes is a “threat to the younger generation” in Bradford, a meeting was told.
E-cigarettes containing THC, the psychoactive element of cannabis, are illegal for recreational purposes but have been found on sale in the district.
A recent raid of Allerton Off Licence found “a box of suspected vapes containing pure cannabis”, according to Bradford Council, along with illegal cigarettes.
Police and officers from West Yorkshire Trading Standards were discussing the use of the product during a recent licensing meeting, according to the Local Democracy Reporting Service.
Ambulances had been called to schools after children had used the vapes in the playground, Adele Woodward, of West Yorkshire Trading Standards, told the meeting.
Discussing the use of liquid THC, she said: “This is appealing to children because it is odourless. It is seen as a good alternative to cannabis as they can use it anywhere.
“These are relatively new and they have become quite a concern due to the hospitalisation of youths that have taken them in some areas.”
She said cannabis vapes “seem to be on the rise and a threat to the younger generation” and said some contained traces of Spice.
The shop on Saffron Drive, described as “a hub for criminality” by a police officer, was stripped of its alcohol licence.
Drug charity Forward Leeds said vaping THC can seem more “low-key” than smoking, so users may not realise how much they are consuming.
“These can be really dangerous and even lead to overdose,” it said on its website.
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