Keir Starmer emphasized preventive health measures against smoking, stating that over 80,000 people die each year due to smoking-related causes, significantly burdening the NHS and taxpayers.
Starmer mentioned that while new smoking laws may seem burdensome to voters, it's essential for the NHS's recovery, advocating for a preventive health model for the future.
Scotland's First Minister, John Swinney, indicated that Scotland may replicate UK government proposals on smoking bans, prioritizing public health and examining any effective legislation.
Swinney acknowledged Scotland's history of leading in public health initiatives, indicating a willingness to assess any new smoking regulations from the UK government carefully.
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