The ABC story:Stoner rails against drug bookletNew South Wales...

The ABC story:

Stoner rails against drug booklet

New South Wales Nationals leader Andrew Stoner wants the State Government to scrap a drug information pamphlet, arguing that it promotes drug use.

The pocket-sized pamphlet is meant for people between 18 and 29, but some copies are available to school-aged children in libraries and on the internet.

The pamphlet advises people not to take drugs alone and to be informed of the effects of drugs.

Mr Stoner says it sends a message that there is a safe way to use drugs.

"That is a completely irresponsible message," he said.
"We ought to be putting our resources into ensuring that kids stay off drugs, and for those who have become addicted, into helping them get off drugs.

"That's the way to minimise crime problems. That's the way to minimise the health problems."

http://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2010/01/12/2790782.htm