Smoke Free England
Since July 1st 2007, it became illegal to smoke in virtually all enclosed public places in England.
Important Points
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Failure to display no-smoking signs will result in a fixed penalty notice of £200 imposed on whoever manages or occupies the smoke free premises or vehicle (fixed penalty reduced to £150 if paid in 15 days). Or a maximum of £1,000 if prosecuted and convicted by a court.
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Failing to prevent smoking in a smoke free place will result in a maximum fine of £2,500 imposed on whoever manages or controls the smokefree premises or vehicle if prosecuted and convicted by a court. There is no fixed penalty notice for this offence.
Related links
The NHS Stop Smoking Service (opens in a new window) offers help for people who want to quit and has a free helpline on 0800 1690 169
You can
contact us for the further information and advice.