Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 08:22am on 29 Aug 2024,Thursday International
The UK government is considering extending the indoor smoking ban to outdoor spaces, including pub gardens, outdoor restaurants, and sports grounds, according to leaked Whitehall documents. The proposed measures aim to reduce smoking-related illnesses and are part of a revised tobacco and vapes bill. The plans would prohibit smoking outside hospitals, universities, and children's play areas, as well as on pavements next to restaurants and clubs. Additionally, the sale of tobacco would be banned to those born on or after January 2009. The proposals are part of a broader effort to reduce smoking rates and improve public health.
