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.

  • RubberDuckEnglish
    10•4 months ago

    The vibe I get is that the left usually points at things that need to change and offers solutions to the problems they see.

    And the right campaigns on “not that”

    • @[email protected]English
      1•4 months ago

      Same. I ponder if it’s an echo chamber but then realize I consume such a variety of news…. Sad state of things.