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	26 June 2008
	Laudable initiative As the commercial hub of the country, Dubai has taken a bold decision by imposing a ban on smoking in public places ("Dubai bans cigarette sales to under-20s as world marks No Tobacco Day", Gulf News, June 1). Smoking is classified as one of the causes of cancer, a disease that is often diagnosed at a very late stage but is very common among people today. A large number of people around the world are suffering from the disease and it has become predominant in the younger generation as well. In many countries, smoking is officially banned from public places such as transport vehicles, cinemas and public properties. The authorities in Dubai need to ensure that the smoking ban is implemented and monitored effectively. Social awareness could prevent spreading this habit to some extent. From Mr Ramachandran Nair Ruwi, Oman Gulf News Readers Club member

	04 June 2008
	An effort worthy of applause Gulf News's new campaign deserves applause ("Go Green: Wadis under threat", June 1). It has become difficult to bid goodbye to plastic products, but in the task of protecting the environment and creating a greener lifestyle, this step is a must. Plants and animals are at risk today because of the extensive damage done by humans. Apart from the initiative taken by Gulf News, perhaps the authorities should launch a parallel campaign to make people aware of the harmful effects of using plastic products. Additionally, it is equally important to identify a suitable replacement product that does not make any negative environmental impact. From Mr Ramachandran Nair Ruwi, Oman Gulf News Readers Club member