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Unfortunately, a full analysis of the outcome data will not be available until early summer 2027, when results briefings will be available to policymakers. However, through serendipity, we have the largest before- and-after event study taking place in Australia as a result of the ban the Australian Government introduced in December. Before-and-after studies provide the lowest level of evidence for the effectiveness of healthcare interventions. However, if the ban, as blunt and imperfect an instrument as it is, leads to a reduction in suicides and all major mental health issues in children between the ages of 11 and 16, it would be morally wrong not to introduce such a ban in this country.