Legislation cracking down youth vaping imminent – Costello

Chris Bullen

21 Jul 2024

From Radio New Zealand Audio  Published 18:07 18/07/2024  

Professor Chris Bullen says the move flies in the face of expert advice and evidence of effectiveness. Minister Costello said the move is a trial as part of a push to make them a more attractive alternative to smoking. If that is the case, Prof Bullen wants to know how she plans to measure if the trial succeeds or fails. Read more

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