§ Mr. Barry JonesTo ask the Secretary of State for Wales what is his policy concerning smoking in public buildings in Wales; and if he will make a statement. [3856]
§ Mr. RichardsIn December 1991, the Government published a non-statutory code of practice on smoking in public places, aimed at everyone with responsibility for monitoring the indoor environment of buildings frequented by the public. It suggests how exposure of the public to environmental tobacco smoke can be minimised, and provides guidance on suitable smoking policies for public places.
The Government believe that the voluntary approach has a greater chance of success than legislation because no-smoking policies produced in response to public pressure are more likely to be accepted and observed.