BYRNE PUB SMOKING BAN
September 1st, 2003
BY KEITH NUTHALLANTI-TOBACCO European health Commissioner David Byrne has admitted that his officials are examining possible European Union legislation banning smoking in pubs, bars and restaurants, although he admits probable "cultural" opposition in parts of Europe. His move reflects mirrors and agreed law in his native Ireland. Byrne told website Eupolitix.com: "My officials are working... to try and see in what way we can bring forward policy that is directed at this problem...I would hope that will lead to the drafting of legislation." He said an EU law ...
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