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![]() Wales could be the first part of the UK to ban the use of electronic cigarettes in enclosed public places. Ministers say they are responding to concern that the devices - which can contain nicotine - normalise smoking and undermine the smoking ban. A minimum alcohol price of 50p per unit is also proposed in a white paper of ideas for public health legislation. Health Minister Mark Drakeford said the aim was to address some of the nation's major public health challenges. But as part of what it calls a radical new law to improve public health, the Welsh government is now turning its attention from tobacco to electronic cigarettes. Sales of e-cigarettes have boomed in recent years - supporters claim they're much safer than ordinary cigarettes and can help some people quit. Certain pubs, cafes and the Millennium Stadium in Cardiff have already banned e-cigs. The Welsh government wants to restrict their use only to places where you can legally smoke tobacco - for example outside or in smoking shelters. Ministers claims e-cigarettes give the impression that smoking in public is normal and acceptable. It also argues that children could be tempted to try them, which could lead to nicotine addiction and be a gateway to smoking. http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-26837682 -------------------------------------------------------------------------- This Chap has no evidence to support his theories but is willing to go ahead with a ban based on a whim? ![]() Last edited by Crimson Dynamo; 02-04-2014 at 09:04 AM. Reason: got a light mate? |
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