Do u agree with the smoking ban in all public places in eng or do u think we should be able to smoke wherever?

Answer 1

I agree with it and I am an ex smoker who still has the occasional cigarette when drunk. Hopefully, this will now stop.

Answer 2

Even as a Smoker myself I agree with the ban. I haven't smoked in enclosed public spaces for years now as I go out with a lot of non-smokers! I do believe that second hand smoke is bad!
The only thing I object to is the pathetic people who walk past me in the open air and cough!!!!!
Sorry folks but I grew up when smoking was the 'norm' and people didn't go round coughing all the time and Cancer was a lot rarer then!
No-one should be so self-righteous either. Unless they really are 'perfect'!!!
If I want to smell like an ash-tray, waste my money, damage my health and not live to 100+ (I know what 'old age' means) why should it bother you. A bit of smoke from my cigarette which would be rising away from you in the open air is negligible compared to the traffic you are walking past for far longer! I don't drink Alcohol but I'm at risk from those that do! and in far more ways! I've seen the results first-hand! You don't need Alcohol to live any more than you need nicotine! I don't go round telling people 'You haven't the right' though, unless they 'start' on me first!

Answer 3

It should not have been forced upon us.A smoking ban in public places is fine,on condition there are places where smokers can have a cigarette away from non smokers.I am a non smoker. The worrying thing is that the government want people to stop smoking(sorry force, people to give up).With this in mind,with less cigarettes sold,where are the government going to get the tax revenue from,which they will be losing?Other taxes will go up,so even the non smokers will have to pay.I assume the anti smokers will be happy to pay extra,because taxes will affect them also.

Answer 4

It depends on what you mean by "public places." Smoking should definitely not be allowed in any workplace (bars, restaurants, etc.) because it's a safety issue.

But as far as other places are concerned, I think smoking has to be allowed. For one thing, the government regulates and taxes cigarettes, generating millions of dollars in revenue. If you're going to allow the sale and taxation of a product, you have to allow its use. Any other position is pure hypocrisy. Second, smoking is just as addictive as any "hard" drug. It's not just a bad habit - it's an illness. I find it strange that the same people who vilify smokers have no problem standing up for needle exchanges and the rights of those addicted to other drugs. If society decides smoking is unacceptable, then the government has to stop trying to have its cake and eat it, too.

Answer 5

I live in Ohio and we have had the smoking ban for a few months now. I agree with it. I was a smoker for quite a few years, but I always tried to stay away from non-smokers when I lit up. People don't seem to do that here anymore. I had lung cancer and the smoke really bothers me now. People will light up standing or sitting right next to me. And they will give me a dirty look when I cough. If you are one who is considerate of others I thank you.

Answer 6

The public deserve protection against anything that is bad for our health. The trouble with smokers ( yes I know it's an addiction ... ) is that they promote their need up and above the pollution of the atmosphere ..... let alone their lungs. So no, the smoking ban is absolutely correct and you shouldn't be able to smoke wherever.

Answer 7

Really, where will it stop? And btw for all you smoke-complainers, your exhaust fumes, fossil fuels, plastic you throw away, alcohol drinking, and so forth, are far worse for you health and for the environment than cigarette smoke. Give you cancer? Please, you think those fumes from all the traffic doesn't contribute to cancer? Do you really think all those "extra's"in your food doesn't contribute to cancer, etc.? Or do you non-smokers grow your own organic food as well, walk to work, use candles instead of lights? The biggest reason why cigarette smoke is targeted so much IMO, is because it stinks and its visible.

No, smokers shouldn't be allowed to just light up anywhere, no smoking in offices, supermarkets, busses, tubes, etc. sure. But when it comes to relaxation and entertainment, have smoker-pubs and non-smoker pubs, like having smoking and non-smoking sections in restaurants. Then people can choose for themselves, including waiters and barstaff. Taking away free choice like this is the first loss of democracy.

Answer 8

I live in Scotland and I'm a smoker. We got the ban last year and I have to say that I'm pleased. It's great going for a meal or out on the razz with friends and not coming home with everything stinking of smoke and my mascara going all streakey because my eyes are nipping with all the reek!

Answer 9

Well, I'm a non smoker but I do like to meet my mates at the pub after work (care worker, 14 hours a day), but when I get home, my wife always says I reek of smoke, and i know she hates the smell. So, sorry, yes, I will be glad after 1st July, my clothes won't smell of smoke, and I won't be inhaling passive smoke.
HOWEVER, I have noticed that it may be possible that all bottles of alcohol will be marked with a health warning. Where will it all end?

Answer 10

Whilst I think we know that smoking and passive smoking is harmful, I believe it has now gone too far. How can the legislation work? If I work from home I can smoke, but could be prosecuted if I see clients or co-workers...and for the record I gave up in 1969.

Answer 11

we are supposed to live in a democratic society which we are not!! Fair enough to ban completly but their should be a choice, non smoking pubs or smoking. that way people have a choice. To take that choice away will lead to states like north korea,uganda and china.