HC Deb 20 January 1971 vol 809 c1066
44. Sir J. Langford-Holt

asked the Lord President of the Council what action he intends to take with regard to smoking regulations in the Palace of Westminster as a result of the Second Report of the Royal College of Physicians.

Mr. Whitelaw

I believe this is a matter best left to the general wishes of hon. Members.

Sir J. Langford-Holt

As a smoker, may I put in a plea for the non-smokers who, in the places where public business is done, have no way of getting away from the stench raised by the rest of us by our smoking habits?

Mr. Whitelaw

As a non-smoker, I can only reply that there are many places in the Palace of Westminster where smoking is not allowed. This is a matter which can be carefully considered, but it is obviously one in which the wishes of all Members must be taken into account.