24.1.2000

"Don't give up, giving up." - Edward Davey

Local MP gives backing to charity helping smokers to give up.

Local MP Edward Davey has urged all the Borough's residents that vowed to stop smoking over the New Year, not to give up trying to stop even if it has become almost unbearable.

This is because help is at hand for reformed smokers in the form of Quitline, a line specialising in help and advice for smokers trying to kick the habit.

Edward Davey has signed an Early Day Motion in the Commons showing his support for this vitally important charity which at its fourth anniversary has helped over 1.5 million people to give up.

Edward said,
"I know from friends and family how hard it can be to give up. Many turned to Quitline when things got really bad and they haven't smoked now for almost two years."

"The counsellors are really well trained and have helped hundreds of people before. So, if ex smokers are feeling like they're not going to be able to stick to their resolutions, then they should give Quitline a call."