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• Anti-smoking law cuts the habit in Spain 

An anti-smoking law which entered into force two years ago has helped 1.6 million Spaniards to stop smoking, media reported Wednesday. The law, which prohibits smoking at work and in public buildings and limits it in bars and restaurants, is not always respected, but has nevertheless cut cigarette sales, according to the daily El Pais.

The law has proved most effective in places of work. Several hundred commercial establishments, university faculties, hospitals and other places are under investigation over allegedly breaking the law.

Meanwhile in Portugal, bar and restaurant owners began adjusting to a similar law that entered into force from January 1.

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