smoking ban
Coverage of smoking ban in the Nexus archive.
- ‘It will take time to change smoking culture,’ official says after 1,200 site checks
Hong Kong’s labour commissioner said changing the smoking culture on construction sites will take time, following 1,200 inspections that resulted in 36 fixed-penalty notices and nine improvement notices. Authorities are considering prosecution for two cases.
- Hong Kong issues 21 smoking fines on construction sites in first 6 days of ban
Hong Kong authorities issued 21 smoking fines on construction sites in the first six days of a citywide ban, with 530 sites inspected. Commissioner for Labour Sam Hui Chark-shum described the situation as not ideal and noted five improvement notices were given to contractors.
- Some workers seek to quit smoking as ban on Hong Kong construction sites kicks in
A new ban on smoking at Hong Kong construction sites took effect after a deadly fire at Wang Fuk Court housing estate, which killed 168 people and was suspected to be caused by workers smoking during renovations. Workers face a HK$3,000 penalty for violating the smoking ban.
- U.K. passes smoking ban for those born after 2008
The United Kingdom has passed a law prohibiting individuals born after 2008 from smoking. This policy aims to reduce tobacco use by preventing younger generations from starting the habit.
- How will the smoking ban work? The burning questions EVERYONE wants to know
The article discusses the implementation of a new smoking ban, addressing common questions about its enforcement and impact. It highlights public concerns regarding the regulation of smoking in designated areas.