April 13, 2007—Starting July 1, 2007, it will be illegal to smoke or to permit smoking in any workplace or public place in the UK, with England being the last jurisdiction to fall under the regulations. The Guide to Smoking Ban 2007 provides essential reading to ensure compliance, says Workplace Law, publisher of the guide.
Written by Angela Philip, a barrister at Eversheds, this guide is designed to explain the many complex aspects of the smoking ban, and suggest ways in which employers, premises managers and service providers can keep in line with the legislation.
Written in Workplace Law’s jargon-free, plain-English style, this downloadable publication is an indispensable resource for all those affected by the ban, asserts the company.
The ban on smoking under the Health Act 2006 is one of the most comprehensive anywhere in the world. It imposes obligations on businesses to take action to implement the ban and creates criminal offences for those who choose to ignore the legislation.
Lessons learned from other jurisdictions have proved that preparation is the key. This guide explains the legislation, providing readers with everything they need to know to ensure that their business is smoking ban-compliant, including practical advice on how to prepare for the ban, with guidance on signage, smoking shelters and no-smoking policies.
For more information, or to order a copy, see the Workplace Law Web site.
