• Pubs failing to tackle smoking 

Less than half the pubs and bars in England and Wales are complying with a voluntary code to reduce customers' exposure to tobacco smoke, a report reveals.

The hospitality industry introduced the code, called the Public Places Charter in 1999.

It aims to encourage bars and restaurants to inform potential customers about their smoking policy by placing signs outside the premises and having a written policy available.

However, an independent report, commissioned by the Department of Health and trade groups, shows that just 43% are doing this.

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