§ Mrs. Ann CryerTo ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions what plans there are to review legislation on worker safety dealing with the effects of passive smoking. [98506]
§ Mr. WoodTo ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions what plans he has to meet employers to formulate a policy to ban smoking at the workplace. [98481]
§ Mr. Nicholas BrownMy right hon. Friend the Secretary of State has no such plans.
Employers have a duty under the Health and Safety at Work etc Act 1974 to protect the health, safety and welfare of their employees. This duty includes any risks arising from passive smoking. The Health and Safety Executive has published free guidance that gives advice to employers on introducing effective smoking policies in the workplace.