IrelandThe Irish government has confirmed that €2.66 million has been spent by Revenue on the disposal of seized nitrous oxide canisters since January 2025. This includes €613,745 spent in the first half of 2026 and €2.05 million for the full year of 2025. Tánaiste Simon Harris revealed that 48,400 nitrous oxide ampules were seized in 2026 compared to 96,500 in 2025, while 47,682 large canisters were seized between January and July 2026, nearly matching the total for 2025. These figures reflect a growing trend in the misuse of nitrous oxide, linked to a fourfold increase in hospital admissions among young men due to neurological complications. A recent study published in the Irish Medical Journal highlights the need for targeted harm reduction strategies to address the rising public health concern.
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