British Prime Minister confirmed that the government is exploring the possibility of implementing stricter anti-smoking regulations, including a potential ban on smoking in outdoor spaces such as pub gardens and outdoor restaurants. This consideration follows a report suggesting a ban on smoking in various outdoor facilities like hospitals, universities, and sports grounds.
Smoking has been prohibited indoors in pubs, restaurants, and most workplaces in the U.K. since 2007. However, smoking-related illnesses continue to pose a significant burden on the National Health Service, costing over 2.5 billion pounds annually in England alone.
