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SMOKING BAN Implications for Schools and Other Premises where Teachers Work

Introduction Since 2 nd April 2007 in Wales and 1 st July 2007 in England, smoking has been banned in all enclosed and ‘substantially enclosed’ public places and workplaces.  This means premises that have a ceiling or walls at least half the way around, including doors and windows.  Smoking rooms are not permitted under the regulations. The smoke-free provisions of the Health Act 2006 cover not only tobacco in cigarettes, pipes and cigars, but also herbal tobacco.  These are all prohibited when lit, even if the person is not smoking at the time. The regulations require employers to put up ‘no smoking’ signs or face a fine of £200, or £150 if the penalty is paid within 15 days from when the notice is issued.  Originally, detailed requirements were set out regarding the size, design and location of the signs.  These were simplified in 2012 – see http://www.dh.gov.uk/health/2012/10/no-smoking-signs/ .   Anyone who breaches the smoking ban f...