Nitrous Oxide: Misuse
Commons · Question 19022 · Tabled 15 Jul 2026 · Home Office · Official record
Answered 1 Sep 2026
Question
Asked by Wendy Morton
To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what recent estimate she has made of the prevalence of nitrous oxide misuse among people aged (a) under 18, (b) 18 to 24 and (c) over 24 years.
Answer
Answered by Sarah Jones, 1 Sep 2026
We are taking a coordinated approach across Government to tackle the supply and misuse of illegal drugs. This includes law enforcement activity, engagement with technology companies, education for users so they understand the risks and harms; as well as r...