Tobacco and vaping product vending machine ban

The UK government has announced new restrictions on vending machines selling tobacco, herbal smoking products and cigarette papers, and vaping and nicotine products from 29 October 2026. From that date it will become an offence for a person with management or control...

The AVA announces new board of directors

The Automatic Vending Association (AVA) has announced the appointment of its new Board of Directors, bringing together a diverse and highly experienced group of industry professionals from across the vending and automated retail sector. The new board spans operations,...
Local MP visits the AVA

Local MP visits the AVA

The Vending & Automated Retail Association (AVA) was pleased to welcome The Right Honourable Sir Alec Shelbrooke KBE MP, and Councillor Sam Firth to its offices in Wetherby last month. They met with the AVA team to gain insight into how the association supports...