Smoking Ban in England
Ministers have agreed plans for a ban on smoking in enclosed public places in England – with exemptions for clubs and pubs not serving food.
The U-turn comes after days of wrangling and means a return to the pledge set out in Labour’s manifesto. It is seen as a blow for Health Secretary Patricia Hewitt who wanted a wider ban.
The British Medical Association branded the move an “utter disappointment” and a “wasted opportunity”. The plans include a commitment to a review after three years.
Source: BBC.
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