Why does the UK government want to ban laughing gas?
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Nitrous Oxide and Antisocial Behavior
There's no substantive evidence linking nitrous oxide to antisocial behavior or widespread criminal activities. The government hasn't yet clarified exactly how this ban would work. You could have comprehensive health warnings on nitrous oxide and educational campaigns rather than necessarily banning possession. If you make it illegal, then people might choose a different kind of drug which might have bigger harms as well.
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