Beginning on Sunday, june 29, france formally enacted a significant smoking ban in an effort to safeguard the public's health, particularly that of youngsters.
The new regulation forbids smoking outside of schools, libraries, swimming pools, parks, beaches, and public gardens. It also prohibits smoking close to bus shelters. The French government's larger initiative to lower tobacco usage and protect kids from passive smoking includes this move. However, electronic cigarettes are not covered by the statute. A punishment of 135 euros, or around Rs 13,500, would be imposed on anyone found in violation of the new regulation.
"Where children's right to clean air begins, freedom to smoke ends," stated catherine Vautrin, minister of health and Family. She emphasized that places where children are present must be free of tobacco. However, cafes and bars' "terrasses," or outside seating spaces, are still protected from the law.
This action has been discussed for years, but until today, there hasn't been a definitive decree to implement it. The law was brought up even though it was initially scheduled to take effect on July 1. The French government claims that tobacco-related diseases claim the lives of more than 75,000 French citizens annually.
According to a recent poll, 62% of French people are in favor of a smoking ban in public areas, demonstrating the broad support for the policy.
Since 2008, smoking has been prohibited in French restaurants and nightclubs. According to France's National Anti-Tobacco Programme 2023-2027, the new regulation goes one step further. The long-term objective of this program is to produce a "tobacco-free generation" by 2032.
France has joined other european countries in enforcing stricter smoking regulations. In 2019, sweden outlawed smoking in outdoor public places, such as schoolyards and bus stops. france has not yet followed Spain's lead in banning smoking on the patios of restaurants and cafés.
France's resolute move today reflects a broader european trend towards smoke-free public venues, despite implementation delays. This ban is a significant step in the nation's campaign against tobacco, with strong public support and a clear focus on safeguarding children.
The new regulation forbids smoking outside of schools, libraries, swimming pools, parks, beaches, and public gardens. It also prohibits smoking close to bus shelters. The French government's larger initiative to lower tobacco usage and protect kids from passive smoking includes this move. However, electronic cigarettes are not covered by the statute. A punishment of 135 euros, or around Rs 13,500, would be imposed on anyone found in violation of the new regulation.
"Where children's right to clean air begins, freedom to smoke ends," stated catherine Vautrin, minister of health and Family. She emphasized that places where children are present must be free of tobacco. However, cafes and bars' "terrasses," or outside seating spaces, are still protected from the law.
This action has been discussed for years, but until today, there hasn't been a definitive decree to implement it. The law was brought up even though it was initially scheduled to take effect on July 1. The French government claims that tobacco-related diseases claim the lives of more than 75,000 French citizens annually.
According to a recent poll, 62% of French people are in favor of a smoking ban in public areas, demonstrating the broad support for the policy.
Since 2008, smoking has been prohibited in French restaurants and nightclubs. According to France's National Anti-Tobacco Programme 2023-2027, the new regulation goes one step further. The long-term objective of this program is to produce a "tobacco-free generation" by 2032.
France has joined other european countries in enforcing stricter smoking regulations. In 2019, sweden outlawed smoking in outdoor public places, such as schoolyards and bus stops. france has not yet followed Spain's lead in banning smoking on the patios of restaurants and cafés.
France's resolute move today reflects a broader european trend towards smoke-free public venues, despite implementation delays. This ban is a significant step in the nation's campaign against tobacco, with strong public support and a clear focus on safeguarding children.
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