UK proposes outdoor smoking ban extension to public spaces, raising concerns over business impact.

A proposed outdoor smoking ban in the UK could extend to public spaces like racecourses and pubs, raising concerns among industry leaders about its potential negative impact on business. Landlady Megha Khanna warns it might deter customers from her pub, The Gladstone Arms. Critics argue that the ban, aimed at reducing smoking rates, could harm the struggling hospitality sector and infringe on personal freedoms, despite some public support for stricter measures.

September 07, 2024
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