Smoking Ban

[OneLittleSpark]

Hi everyone. At the risk of discussing a possibly tetchy subject, how do people feel about the up and coming smoking ban? I've just come back from a trip home to Wales, where the ban is already in place, and I must say the train station was a lot nicer without the smoke (didn't manage a trip to the pub, so I can't report back on that). I hope this doesn't cause any arguments, I was just interested to see how everyone was feeling about this.

 

[Netty]

The smoking ban came into force on th 2nd April here in Wales!
I am an ex smoker and i'm pleased that i can now go into a pub etc without having to come out smelling of smoke.

 

[scottishsue]

I'm with you on this Netty !! Smoking has been banned here for around the same length of time. It's great being able to go to pubs, clubs, theatres, cinemas, etc. and be able to come out NOT smelling of smoke.

I have nothing against smoking, as my oldest DS smokes, but we don't let him smoke in the house when he comes over. (He has his own flat anyway).

I guess everyone has their own opinions though !!

 

[natalielongstaff]

i can't wait for the ban

 

[lexie32]

i can't wait for the ban

me too, i gave up 3 years and 2 months ago, one of the best thigs i ever did

 

[Shane]

As a non smoker I am pleased. I don't think its fair for us non smokers on many levels (Smoke breaks for one).

 

[pokemon_master]

I don't mind the smokers, but I don't want to have to go somewhere with smoke in my face all the time.. If they could do it where there is no-one about, than I don't mind. Though I would never ever think of trying to smoke!

I am sorry to those that will have to change because of this..

 

[DisneyJo]

I'll be pleased when the ban comes in, we went for a meal last week with the DD's and they only had seats in smoking (and 2 people were) so we didn't stay, nothing worse than eating with people smoking!

 

[MorningGlory]

As a smoker, I have to say the ban in Scotland is one of the best decisions our parliament has ever took.

Although I do think they have been over-zealous with the ban. For example, both me and the guy I work with both smoke. Only us two use our van. However, that van is still considered a 'public place' and therefore smoking is banned in it

Also, I think they could have allowed certain bars to remain smoking bars (just a small percentage, and tightly controlled) if the owner so wished.

But all in all, it is definitely a good thing

On a sidenote, I have 2 questions. When does the ban come into effect in England? Also, is smoking still allowed in Manchester airport?

 

[wideeyes]

I think this is great news, I have a 5y/o and DBF is asthmatic so we only eat at non smoking restaurants anyway however this will mean we can go to restaurants that we would have not gone to before.

I hate it when people deliberately smoke in front of other people in public places, I know that it is not all smokers however unfortunately some smokers don't give a second thought to people around them.

I remember when I was waiting for a train with my dd and we were sat on seat under a shelter when a man sat on the spare seat next to DD and started smoking, so me and DD had to move from the seat and stand in the rain.

and people smoking in front of there own children should be illegal, for example cars etc.

 

[mandymouse]

i'm pleased that i can now go into a pub etc without having to come out smelling of smoke.

That is what I am looking forward to the most

 

[jen_uk]

I'm looking forward to it, I went to a nightclub last year which was incredibly smokey, when I washed my hair the next morning the water was brown from the nicotine!

 

[shellbell]

I think its great. I stopped smoking 6 1/2 years ago and as ex-smokers know we are the worst when it comes to complaining about the smell.

I just hope it gives my mum the push to stop smoking! I was talking to her tonight on the subject and her reply was 'I feel sorry for the people who make the cigarettes, They will be out of a job if everyone stops smoking' Not a good excuse to carry on smoking i told her

 

[mark&sue]

I believe the ban comes into force here in England on 1st July.

I am pleased. Just think can get away with a quick drink in the pub and no one will know!!! (clothes wont smell anymore)


Susan

 

[jns]

I think its great. I stopped smoking 6 1/2 years ago and as ex-smokers know we are the worst when it comes to complaining about the smell.

Totally agree been an ex smoker too
we were the first to go smoke free here in ireland and as a publican it was the best move this country has ever done ,

But please be aware that the smoke kills ALL other smells too
you have been warned

 

[angel659]

Well from a smokers point of view I have mixed reviews.

For one I do not smoke anywhere around my children. I will go outside and will not smoke in the car where they are. Also I enforce this upon all relatives too. If someone wants to come over they go outside and if we pop over they have to go outside. The main reason is I have a choice to poisen myself, but my children dont.

Secondly, I do not smoke around other peoples children or pg women. I certainly would not walk up to a chair and light up when there is a child there. I also observe to see if anyone is eating around me in the pub, before I smoke. I also made sure I was out of the way when smoking in DLRP. Not like some people in lines, shows and walking around.

Thirdly, I do kind of feel some pubs will lose some business when it comes to smoking ban. I certainly like to smoke when I am out and I do not see why they can not provide a smoking area well away from non smokers and the bar!!! Ok you have employees who have to clean up glasses I understand its not fair on them, but where do we draw the line???

I guess I have probably caused myself a flame, but really wanted to put my points of views across. Not all of us smokers are inconsiderate, for myself I care for everyones well being and do not light up whenever I feel like it and always thinks of others before I do so.

Oh and I only smoke at work when its my break and not additional ones I do hate it when smokers do that at work. I agree with you there Matt.

 

[angel659]

Oh forgot to add, in NYC where theres a ban in place it was actually quite nice to not have the smoke, so im all for the ban, just dont like to be bunched in with the inconsiderate smokers.

 

[Goofyish]

I can't wait for the ban to start

It's the best thing this government has done! No more stinking like an old ashtray after a trip to the pub or to a restaurant

 

[Deedee]

Roll on 1st July From someone who goes to see live music every weekend it will be bliss. I have never smoked and resent having to come home smelling of it. I will save a fortune in washing powder!!!!!!!

 

[Donaldduck66]

I'm an ex-smoker myself and I can't wait for the ban to come. One of my favourite resaurants have enforced the no smoking rule already and it's great to be able to eat without a cloud of smoke hovering everywhere.