Reversal of smoking ban criticised as ‘shameful’ for lacking evidence

Reversal of smoking ban criticised as ‘shameful’ for lacking evidence

New Zealand is repealing the world’s first smoking ban passed under former prime minister Jacinda Arden’s government to pave the way for a smoke-free generation amid backlash from researchers and campaigners over its risk to Indigenous people.

The new coalition government led by prime minister Christopher Luxon confirmed the repeal will happen on Tuesday, delivering on one of the actions of his coalition’s ambitious 100-day plan.

The government repeal will be put before parliament as a matter of urgency, enabling it to scrap the law without seeking public comment, in line with previously announced plans.

  • PaleRiderEnglish
    1217·
    4 months ago

    As someone who struggles with alcohol, ban that shit as well…

    • SatansMaggotyCumFart@lemmy.worldEnglish
      242·
      4 months ago

      My heart goes out to you because alcohol is a cruel mistress.

      But banning a substance never works, if it did we wouldn’t have people addicted to illegal substances.

      • PaleRiderEnglish
        21·
        4 months ago

        I appreciate the sentiment but I hold down a full time job (I absolutely don’t drink on the job. I work heavy machinery) and have a normal (as it gets) family life… I should just drink less.

        • SatansMaggotyCumFart@lemmy.worldEnglish
          32·
          4 months ago

          You’re the second person to talk about cigarettes which I’m pretty sure I haven’t mentioned.

          Am I missing something here?

          I’m not for banning anything besides personal WMDs and carnies.