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Poll: Should smoking in certain public areas be banned?

Should we follow New York’s lead and ban smoking in public parks, beaches and playgrounds?

HEALTH MINISTER JAMES Reilly has said that he wants to follow New York City’s lead and ban smoking in certain public areas, such as beaches and parks.

Speaking at the Irish Heart Foundation’s Council on Stroke yesterday, Reilly said that he wants to denormalise smoking – especially in front of children.

Reilly rejected the idea that such bans would equate to a ‘nanny state’ approach, stating it arises from a duty of care to Irish citizens, in particular younger people.

He intends to pursue the idea with the Cabinet but such bans could also be implemented by local authorities.

What do you think? Is it a good idea?

Should smoking be banned in parks, playgrounds and beaches?


Poll Results:

Yes (1975)
No (1420)
Don't know (95)


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