Why does the UK government want to ban laughing gas?
by Presented by Ian Sample with Nicola Davis; produce from on (#6AF5Z)
The UK government recently announced plans to make the possession of laughing gas for recreational use a criminal offence. Nitrous oxide, also known as nos", is hugely popular among young people, and doctors have raised concerns about a rise in cases of nerve damage linked to the use of the drug. Ian Sample speaks to science correspondent Nicola Davis about the reasons behind the ban, the risks associated with using nitrous oxide and what experts have made of the government's decision
Clips: BBC News, Channel 4 News
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