Smoking Ban
The ban on smoking in enclosed public places is due to come into force in Wales on 2 April 2007 and Northern Ireland on 30 April 2007. The ban will come into force in England on 1 July 2007.
Wales
From 6am on 2 April all public enclosed or substantially enclosed places in Wales must display a sign at or near each entrance which must meet the following criteria:
From 6am on 2 April all public enclosed or substantially enclosed places in Wales must display a sign at or near each entrance which must meet the following criteria:
· At least 160mm x 230mm
· Display a ‘No Smoking Symbol
· Contain the bi-lingual statement
o ‘Mae ysmygu yn y fangre hon yn erbyn y gyfraith’
o ‘It is against the law to smoke in these premises.’
The failure to display the appropriate signs can result in the manager of the premises being fined £200. The prosecution and conviction could result in a fine of up to £1000
