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[UK-Scotland] John Byrne fumes at Scotland's theatre smoking ban

ONE of Scotland’s best-known artists and playwrights has condemned the country’s anti-smoking legislation, arguing that the ban in theatres amounts to censorship. ... His letter was co-signed by a number of high-profile supporters, including playwright
The Scotsman (uk)
added Mar 17, 2013 11:26
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[New Jersey] Smokers disagree with public park smoking bans in North Jersey Municipalities.

As three more North Jersey municipalities — Garfield, Secaucus and North Bergen — passed ordinances this week designating parks and recreation facilities smoke-free zones, Smith expressed frustration. "We're pariahs already. It shouldn't be bothering any
Hackensack (NJ) Record/Herald News
added Mar 17, 2013 11:23
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[India] Gogoi rules out bill to ban tobacco

Assam chief minister Tarun Gogoi today said there was no need for a new legislation to ban tobacco products in Assam as the existing Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006, was enough. "I have already issued a ban on tobacco products under the food safety a
The Telegraph (Calcutta) (in)
added Mar 17, 2013 11:16
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Workzone: How far can business go in restricting smokers?

"You can't discriminate against people who are over 40, people who are black or people who are gay. But there are no protections for smokers." However, he said there are two potential problems with companies having an overt policy against hiring smokers.
Pittsburgh (PA) Post-Gazette
added Mar 17, 2013 11:15
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[Pakistan] Citizens for effective implementation of tobacco control laws

Citizens stressed the need for effective implementation of tobacco control laws across the country and for curtailing sale of smuggled, duty unpaid, and non-compliant tobacco products. They also asked the authorities concerned to make proper strategies i
The News (pk)
added Mar 17, 2013 11:13
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[California, New York] SAUNDERS: Smoke Gets in Your Rights

Bloomberg and Levine have chosen the easiest targets a politician can pick on -- fat people and smokers. Not that they would call them fat people and point with derision. No, they moan about the ill effects of obesity on health. Ditto smoking. These guys
Town Hall
added Mar 17, 2013 11:05
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[New Hampshire] Smoking Policy

grandstand seating at New Hampshire Motor Speedway is now smoke-free.In conjunction with this policy, designated smoking areas will be conveniently located throughout the concourse level. Smoking is also allowed in parking lots, campgrounds, as well as so
New Hampshire Motor Speedway
added Mar 17, 2013 10:51
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[New Hampshire] Speedway smoking ban draws fiery fan reaction

Smoking will be banned at the New Hampshire Motor Speedway's grandstand ... mixed reaction from fans on the speedway's Facebook page. "Isn't there a family section for non smoking???? You do realize we sit outside right?????" posted Jess Leonard. "Thank
Manchester (NH) Union-Leader
added Mar 17, 2013 10:45
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[New Jersey] Smoke free environment

Secaucus joined many local municipalities on Tuesday, March 12 by adopting an ordinance to prohibit the use of tobacco products in public areas such as within 35 feet of municipal buildings, and in parks and recreational facilities. Signs invoking the Gl
Hudson (NJ) Reporter
added Mar 17, 2013 10:41
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[Tanzania] Public warned against hazards of smoking

SMOKERS who hail from countries that have tough anti smoking laws but ignore the country's law that forbids smoking in public have been warned against disregarding the 2003 Tobacco Products (Regulatory) Act in Tanzania.
TSN Daily News(tz)
added Mar 17, 2013 10:39
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