NZ First leader Winston Peters has been snapped taking a sneaky cigarette break on Otago University's Dunedin campus today, breaking its no-smoking rules. The post has resulted in a mix of opinions with some supporting Peters, saying he has already said a smoke-free NZ would never work and that people shouldn't be dictated to. However, the spokesperson said it promoted a healthy environment for all staff and students which included a smoke-free environment. The man who posted the video, Nick Meek, notes in his bio that he is a Professional Practice Fellow at Otago University. In 2018 as acting Prime Minister, Peters said tobacco prices were leading to murders and assaults in dairies.

Source: Otago Daily Times September 07, 2020 06:10 UTC