Sunday, October 05, 2003

PROVISION FOR SMOKERS INCORRECT

Setting aside separate smoking and non-smoking areas in Irish bars is now incorrect. Only non-smokers are allowed

“DUBLIN, Ireland - Rebellious pub owners and the health minister clashed Friday over the government's determination to introduce a smoking ban in workplaces across Ireland. Health Minister Micheal Martin has ordered that all workplaces must become smoke-free after Jan. 1 _ a ban similar to one enacted in New York City. John O'Sullivan, chairman of an association that represents the 380 pub owners in County Kerry, said more than 200 who attended an industry gathering had voted to ignore Martin's instructions and to create special areas for smokers in their pubs. Industry officials predicted more regional revolts -- making the proposed ban unenforceable -- unless he backed down.”

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