A health charity is calling on ex-smokers to share their success stories.
ASH Scotland is inviting people in Clydebank who have quit smoking to share their experiences ahead of the 20th anniversary of Scotland's smoke-free legislation, which will be marked on March 26.
The charity wants to hear from those who stopped smoking following the ban on smoking in enclosed public spaces, with people encouraged to explain how the ban helped motivate their attempts to quit.
Residents who have quit smoking more recently are also invited to share their stories with the charity ahead of No Smoking Day on March 11.
ASH Scotland would love to hear about what influenced people to finally stop smoking and whether they succeeded through personal determination or with support from NHS Scotland’s Quit Your Way services.
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Sheila Duffy, chief executive of ASH Scotland, said: "With two big celebrations coming up in March in the shape of No Smoking Day and then the 20th anniversary of Scotland’s leading smoke-free law, we would love to hear from people in Clydebank about how living tobacco-free has boosted their health and personal finances.
"We are looking forward to hearing everyone’s success stories, which could inspire others to try giving up smoking for the first time or to try again when they discover the methods and support that worked 20 years ago or in more recent years."
People are encouraged to submit stories of up to 200 words about what motivated them to quit and how it has improved their lives.
Stories can be sent by email to comms@ashscotland.org.uk or through the charity’s website.
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