I'm taking part in a discussion next week on the subject 'What do consumers want?'

Looking at the panel my suspicion is the session will lean heavily towards harm reduction and e-cigarettes.

But how important is harm reduction to committed smokers? And are e-cigarettes really the answer to every smoker's prayer?

On these occasions I like to remind delegates there are millions of people who still enjoy smoking and don't want to switch to e-cigarettes or any other nicotine device, despite the potential health benefits.

I'd be interested to hear your views on this and other consumer-related issues – choice, for example. (What do you think of the forthcoming ban on menthol cigarettes?)

What could the tobacco companies be doing to help smokers?

What role does government have to play?

Or do you just want to be left alone?

All comments welcome.