Smoke-Free Bars, Clubs, Hotels & Restaurants

The Law

As of 30th April 2007 smoking is not permitted in enclosed and substantially enclosed workplaces and places to which the public have access, including bars, hotels, all types of clubs, cafés and restaurants.

It is the responsibility of the person in charge of the premises to ensure nobody, including the public, smoke in smoke-free premises. A person in charge who permits people to smoke on their premises may be liable to prosecution.

An individual who smokes in a smoke-free premise may be issued with a fixed penalty notice or may be prosecuted.

Why?

Second-hand smoke causes lung cancer, heart disease and respiratory illnesses in adults and a variety of conditions in children.

Smoking Policy Template

A template smoking policy is available to download above to use in your business.

If Someone Breaks the Law on Your Premises.

1. Draw their attention to the ‘No Smoking’ signs.
2. Advise them that smoking is prohibited by law and politely ask them to stop smoking.
3. Advise them of any place where smoking is permitted, such as beer gardens or shelters.
4. Refuse service to anyone who continues to smoke and ask them to leave.
5. If a customer refuses to leave, follow usual procedures for dealing with anti-social behaviour.
6. If threatened, seek assistance of the police. Do not put yourself in any danger.

Related Documents to Download:

Smoking Policy Template (.pdf 45Kb)

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