Editor’s Note: Illicit cigarette/loosie dealers help get kids addicted to nicotine. See here and here.
From: Rather Good Radio [UK]
Illegal Tobacco Means Underaged Smokers Are Getting Hooked
Illegal tobacco has helped over half of underage smokers in the North East get hooked on smoking, according to a survey.
Illegal tobacco has helped over half of underage smokers in the North East get hooked on smoking, a new survey released today suggests.
55% of children aged 14 and 15 who smoke say they buy illegal tobacco from sources like “tab houses” and shops – while 73% say they have been offered illegal tobacco.
