[a_2009]

Originally posted by IsleOfWeather

smoking causes cancer, no ifs or but(t)s - idiots who smoke are a drain on the NHS. We dont show smoking in advertising and we should not allow it on BB.

People who smoke are addicted to a drug called nicotine and do not act rationally and need to be forced and discriminated against

See if you're going to adopt a patronising approach it helps if there's some intelligent thought behind what you're saying.

Yes as a former smoker i'm well aware of the facts and that nicotine is as addictive as heroin, then there is breaking the actual habbit of 'oh i've just had a meal...time for a smoke'.

Alcohol is a massive drain on the nhs, so do we discriminate against drinkers, obesity is a drain on the nhs....do we ban all fast food and discriminate against people who are overweight to make them lose it.....

Whilst nicotine is a drug...and can lead an individually to get a bit narky when they haven't had a smoke and the nicotine levels decrease it you're still completely conscious and aware of your behaviour.

I can't stand the smell of smoke now, I'd encourage any mates who were thinking of quiting to quit. But i also respect the rights of those who choose to smoke and am strongly opposed to discrimination and the social exclusion of individuals