Jump to full article: Web Newswire, 2009-06-29
Author: Submitted by Business Desk on June 29, 2009 - 18:10
Intro: A spokesman for the Department of Health (DH) said today (June 29) that smoking ban at six types of listed establishments (LE) will take effect on July 1 in accordance with the Smoking (Public Health) Ordinance (Cap 371).
These establishments are bars, clubs, night-clubs, bathhouses, massage establishments and mahjong-tin kau premises.
Studies have shown that second hand smoke affects the health of staff and customers at indoor public areas.
“The arrangement can further protect the public from exposure to second hand smoke,” the spokesman said.
The spokesman also called for the co-operation of venue management in providing a smoke-free environment for their staff and customers.
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