The responses to the consultation show that respondents were largely against proposals to introduce statutory fees to cover regulatory activity relating to E-cigarette products. Some respondents agreed in principle with the charging of fees but expressed concerns about the impact.

New information was provided at consultation that previous volume estimates had been too low. Based on calculations and estimates provided by industry and trade associations, it is now estimated that MHRA may expect as many as 14,000 notifications in the first year (20 May 16 to 31 Mar 17).

Based on the new higher volume estimates provided by industry the fees as proposed at consultation are judged to be high and could run the risk of over recovery against costs. Using the new volume estimate, along with an appreciation of the remaining significant uncertainty, it has been possible to reduce the fees.