Spain’s new law to bring smoke-free public areas
to the entire European Union. A measure passed on Wednesday, October 20
and effective once approved by the Senate at the beginning of 2011
prohibits smoking in all public indoor spaces across the nation. This
law is not only comparable to those in other European Union countries,
it also includes areas such as outside hospitals and schools as well as
children's playgrounds. With an estimated 1,000 restaurant servers
succumbing to lung cancer each year, Spanish officials estimate that the
new measure will save thousands of lives now being lost to second-hand
smoke.
Bravo, Spain, for your wise and caring law that ensures a cleaner and
safer environment for all. May current and future citizens thrive in
glowing health and vitality.
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