Question On Notice No. 736 asked in the Legislative Council on 11 May 2022 by Hon Donna Faragher
Question Directed to the: Minister for Education and Training
Parliament: 41 Session: 1
Question
(1) I refer to an article in the Kalgoorlie Miner titled "Principals want total vaping ban in place" on 8 April 2022, which states “Education Minister Sue Ellery had launched a review into ways to tackle the vaping scourge”, and I ask, can the Minister confirm the Department of Education has commenced a review in relation to this issue?
(2) If yes to (1), when did this review commence and when is it expected to be completed?
(3) If no to (1), when is the review anticipated to commence?
Answered on 15 June 2022
(1) Yes.
(2) On 10 June 2022, I announced the first phase of the State Government’s action plan to tackle vaping among school-aged students. The strategy is aimed at educating students, families and school staff on the significant health risks and impact of these devices. It is targeted at secondary schools in particular, but the resources will be useful for all schools and made available to the public and non-government sectors.
(3) Not applicable.