'Leaked' government plans reveal exact locations smoking is set to be banned

leaked government papers allegedly show the government plans to Outlaw smoking in Pub Gardens the reported decision is expected to draw intense criticism when the new rules are unveiled as part of a tougher tobacco and Vapes Bill according to the leaked whiteall papers there is a plan to extend the current indoor smoking ban to beer gardens and areas outside football stadiums it is claimed outdoor restaurants open smoking areas at clubs and the Pavements outside both will also be subject to the ban as will the areas outside universities hospitals Sports grounds playgrounds and smaller Parks it's currently unknown whether Vapors could be affected but Shisha bars are expected to fall foul of the rules private homes and large Open Spaces like parks and streets will not face the same restrictions reported the sun Rishi sunak sparked controversy while at Downing Street when he announced a plan to phase out all forms of smoking but did not mention the outdoor ban sir Kia starmer's new bill is said to be in response to reports that too many Brits suffer as a result of secondhand smoke inhalation however according to recent assessments a ban on outdoor smoking could lead to closures and job losses do you agree with Banning smoking in Pub Gardens vote in our poll here to have your say ministers are expected to argue that the economic and health benefits far outweigh the costs and will press ahead with the backing of England's chief medical officer Professor Chris witty those opposed to the bill are expected to highlight that voters were not informed of the plans in the labor Manifesto which only vowed to honor plans to continuously raise the smoking age a Department of Health and Social care spokesperson said we do not comment on leaks smoking claims 880,000 lives a year puts huge pressure on our NHS and costs taxpayers billions we are determined to protect children and non-smokers from the harms of secondhand smoking we're considering a range of measures to finally make Britain smoke free