Smoke Free Law

All enclosed workplaces and public places are smoke free by since 1st July 2007

The legislation covers all premises, which are wholly or substantially enclosed, and used as a place of work by more that one person. smoking rooms will no longer be allowed.

Employers, owners and managers must ensure their premises are smoke free, proposed actions include putting up 'no smoking' signs which meet minimum standards. It is also proposed that vehicles used at a workplace by more than one person, regardless if they are not in the vehicle at the same time, will also have to be smoke free at all times.

You can register for the latest updates and FREE resource by calling the Smoke Free England Information Line 0800 169 1697 or
www.smokefreeengland.co.uk

Information on smoking policies and how to go smoke free can be found by visiting:
www.cleanairaward.org.uk

www.smokefreewarwickshire.org

health@stratford-dc.gov.uk

You can apply for a National Clean Air Award at www.cleanairaward.org.uk or contact the Warwickshire Tobacco Team on 0800 0852917

Support for Workplaces

Stratford on Avon District Council will be hosting a series of roadshows offering advice and support on how to comply with the Regulations:

A Guide for workplaces is currently in preparation to help local businesses to Manage the Shift to Smoke free.

For further details contact health@stratford-dc.gov.uk

Warwickshire Tobacco Team can offer the following support free of charge:

• Advice on developing or revising a smoke free policy
• Advice and information on how to survive a smoke free policy - including sessions for smokers affected by restrictions.
• Information about stop smoking services and support from smokers who wish to quit.
• For more information please call 0800 0852917

Don't give up giving up 0800 169 0 169