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Smoking ban in public places enters into force in Croatia 

Anti-tobacco law that bans smoking in all public institutions as well as work places has entered into force as of yesterday in Croatia.

The legislation allows a six month transitory period for bars, restaurants and the tobacco industry to conform to it.

After that, smoking at bars will only be allowed on terraces, while restaurants can allocate a separate room for smokers, but the establishments cannot serve food or drink in these areas.

A warning about health risks caused by smoking will have to cover 40 percent of the back of a cigarette pack, the legislation stipulates.

Fines of up to 2,100 euros for individuals and up to 21,000 euros for entrepreneurs will be imposed on those violating the smoking ban.

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