How Australia punished smokers and normalised firebombs
October 25, 2024 by thecritic.co.uk
How Australia punished smokers and normalised firebombs
Australia faces a rising black market, with criminal gangs resorting to firebombing shops amid high tobacco taxes and e-cigarette bans. The UK, following a similar path, witnesses declining legal tobacco sales and a growing black market due to high taxes. Government denial and lack of action exacerbate the issue. The situation signals an impending crisis, prompting a call for e-cigarette legalization and tax reduction as a solution. Without intervention, the black market will continue to thrive, affecting public health and government revenue.
12.50% of the adult population are current smokers. There are approximately 2.6 million current smokers in Australia 14.80% of men are current smokers but only 10.30% of women.
SOURCE: GSTHR
