Smoking Bans And Its Effect

There are many countries that have cigarette Smoking bans in place. Bhutan does not allow the smoking or purchase of tobacco anywhere in their country.

Ireland and Scotland ban cigarette

Smoking in any public place that is enclosed, including stores, malls, restaurants, libraries, and more. Also, England has a ban on smoking in public, which will come into effect in the summer of 2007. Many more countries are considering banning smoking in public, to keep those who are not smoking safe from the problems associated with second hand smoke inhalation.

Effects On Business

Some that argue against a public smoking ban argue that it will adversely affect certain types of businesses. For example, those who own bars say that part of the draw of a bar is the freedom to smoke when you wish in the bar. Research seems to indicate, however, that the opposite is indeed true.

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Of course, businesses that are under a smoking ban must be creative to provide outdoor areas for their smoking patrons, but many businesses are finding that their business increases because non-smokers are more comfortable in the environment than they were when smoking was allowed. In restaurants, smokers are no longer lingering over cigarettes enjoying conversation and taking up a table that a new customer who will have a new bill could be using. When smokers pay their bill and leave to enjoy their cigarette, then a new customer can use the table, bringing in more income to the restaurant or bar.

Criticism Against Smoking Bans

When arguing the pros and cons on the smoking ban, many say that telling people they cannot smoke in public is a violation of their personal rights. Others say it is hypocritical to ban cigarettes and then continue to tax the products that are so bad for consumers. This is a major argument, because many countries and US states receive high amounts of revenue from the tax on cigarettes, yet they will not let the smokers use those products in public.

Regardless of your opinion on the public smoking ban, chances are one already affects you, or you will be soon. The smoking ban is here to stay, and we might as well get used to it!

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