A total of 79 per cent of respondents to a poll for the Irish Heart Foundation support the measure to prevent kids being bombarded with posts for foods high in sugar, fat and salt.

What is the ban in Australia, what are the arguments for and against, and will Ireland follow suit?

The organisations are seeking an urgent injunction before the February 1st ban

Stephen Donnelly said it is a measure to protect children and young people, following a rise in the number of teenagers who are vaping.

The proposed legislation would also bring new measures around advertising and establish a licensing system for retailers