HC Deb 24 January 2000 vol 343 c72W
Mr. Crausby

To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office what action she is taking to reduce smoking in her Department. [105807]

Mr. Stringer

Restrictions on smoking in Cabinet Office buildings have been in effect since 1 August 1989. Smoking is permitted only in designated areas and rooms.

Cabinet Office Staff Welfare promotes National No Smoking Day each year and has a web page on the Department's local intranet site giving tips on how to quit smoking. The Staff Welfare Officer is also available to give help and advice to anyone who needs it.

The Cabinet Office Agencies all have similar no smoking policies in place.