If the government weren't so greedy to get their share of revenue from smoking they'd realise that the 'tax' on the NHS would be lessoned thus reducing waiting lists and being an obvious vote catcher. The trouble is that one 4 year term in office wouldn't be long enough to see the immediate effects. Cinical or what?!!!! It's good to see the reaction of the smokers who have contributed to this thread. It just confirms what people are up against. Actually all I was after was some sort of medical relief against the effects of the smoke on vocals. I realise that singing in a smoke free environment isn't going to happen for many tears in this country and it's just something I'm going to have to put up with. Another option would be to get another band member to do the singing, preferable a bucksome blond with a great ar.................................. Then I could pay full attention to my guitar playing. Any offers?