AI bots generated 90,000 fake responses to Government smoking and vaping consultation

Storm Newton and Press Association Health Reporter — Tue, 27 Oct 2026 23:30:23 GMT

Researchers found 76% of submissions to a consultation on tobacco and vaping restrictions were flagged as fraudulent, with most opposing disposable vape controlsAI bots generated more than 90,000 responses to Government smoking and vaping consultation, study finds

NationalWorld Storm Newton, Press Association Health Reporter

AI bots generated 90,000 fake responses to Government smoking and vaping consultation