‘Dithering’ over plain cigarette packaging costs NHS billions, says Manchester MP
Mr Leech has previously expressed criticism of cigarette packaging legislation, slamming Labour and the Tories for being influenced by big businesses and trade unions.
MAPPED: Manchester mums who refuse to quit smoking for their unborn babies
Mothers across Manchester are among the worst in the country for refusing to give up cigarettes while pregnant, with Tameside and Glossop mums-to-be ranking the worst in the city.
Manchester Council vow to tackle smoking as government accused of ‘caving in’ over plain packaging
News comes after Manchester City Council sign declaration to tackle smoking
Campaign to highlight second-hand smoke dangers launched in Wigan after shocking children’s illness stats
More than 800 youngsters fell ill due to smoke-related cases