Broadcaster and commentator Paddy Gower says the horse has already bolted on the Government's attempt to crack down on vaping.

All vapes will need to have removable or replaceable batteries, there will be a ban on new vape shops near schools, and new restrictions on 'enticing' flavours.

He says these new regulations won't solve the 'gigantic' problem of youth nicotine addiction- an issue he explores in his latest documentary instalment.

"This Government has stuffed up and left an entire generation of Kiwis with a massive problem, which is nicotine addiction."

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