In England, a smoking ban in public places comes into force in July 2007. This is not before time and non-smokers have been calling for such a move for years. Smokers violating the ban will be fined. However, if smokers caught smoking in the wrong place after the ban comes into force decide to pay up within a short space of time their overall fine will be less than that of a parking fine.

Fines will also apply to, not just smokers, but to anyone who avoids enforcing the ban or who fails to put up notices regarding no smoking. Perpetrators can even find themselves ending up in court. Fines in this case can be up to £2500 (approximately $5,000). The ban comes into force in the U.K. on the 1st of July 2007 and effectively bans smoking in offices, factories, pubs, bars, restaurants, clubs, public transport, and even vehicles used to take groups of people to work.

Contrary to popular belief, it will not possible for employees to gather around the entrance or exit of their offices in order to smoke. These areas are classed as “partially enclosed” and are included under the ban regulations.

The government are determined to enforce the “smoke-free England”. It is their belief that everyone can have the pleasure and peace to socialize, relax, travel, shop, and work free from the smoke of other people. No longer will we have to endure the antisocial behaviour of a group of selfish and singleminded people. Our health and sanity may both improve.

Do you want to quit smoking? Visit Smokefree England for further information.

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