• rbn@sopuli.xyz
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    7 days ago

    Wow! Is there a big black market for cigarettes in NZ? And have these prices lead to a lower consumption?

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      7 days ago

      Yes to both, it has unfortunately led to an increase in crime, because they’re so readily stolen. It has definitely led to a decrease in smoking as well, as a lot of smokers quit for financial reasons.

      It’s perfectly legal to grow your own, interestingly enough, but not many people do.