Nov 28 , 2023

Global Perspectives: Top 5 Countries with Innovative Smoking Bans

By True Scoop

UK’s Youth Shield: Preventing tobacco access for those under 14.

Mexico’s Stringent Rules: Nationwide public smoking ban, even at home.

Uruguay’s Pioneering Move: Latin America’s first, bans smoking since 2006.

Greece’s Mixed Results: 2010 ban but struggles with high smoking rates.

Ireland’s Comprehensive Approach: Strict bans, strategic exceptions in designated areas.

New Zealand’s Flip-Flop: Scrapping ‘generation’ ban, opting for tax cuts.

UK’s Generational Gamble: Proposed law targets tobacco access for under-14s.

Mexico’s Marlboro Move: Home to the world’s top-selling cigarette brand.

Uruguay’s Pricey Puffs: Fines exceeding $1,100 for smoking violations in public spaces.

Greece’s Nicotine Nudge: Tobacco-free workplaces, transport, and enclosed public places.

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