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Leeds students film warns of laughing gas drug-driving
20 Sep
Summary
- Short film 'NOS' produced by University of Leeds students addresses drug-driving.
- The film highlights risks of driving after inhaling nitrous oxide, a Class C drug.
- 'NOS' aims to show how drug use consequences impact an entire family.
A cautionary short film named 'NOS' has been produced in Leeds by University of Leeds students. The film aims to raise awareness among young individuals about the serious risks of drug-driving. It specifically highlights the dangers of operating a vehicle after inhaling nitrous oxide, commonly referred to as laughing gas.
Nitrous oxide has been a controlled Class C drug since 2023. The film's writer and director, Luna Berger, explained that 'NOS' was conceived after concerns were raised by the Junior Sports Hub regarding an increase in drug-driving incidents among local youth.
Berger stated that the film's central message is to demonstrate the far-reaching consequences of drug use, emphasizing that such actions negatively affect an entire family. The production received support from West Yorkshire Police, Yorkshire Ambulance Service, and West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service.
