Updated 10th February 2005
Legislation on smoking was reinforced in 1998, 2000 and 2002 and covers now all public transport vehicles, including taxis, as well as private cars that carry passengers below 16 years old. Smoking is also prohibited in hospitals and health care establishments, in schools and in all public places, including theatres, cinemas, museums, libraries and food premises. Smoking is also prohibited in restaurants, tavernas, cafes and coffee shops, although owners may provide ventilated, designated smoking areas if they wish. In places of work the right of the non-smoker to work in an environment without smoke must be observed and employers are required to put down in writing, after consultations with employees or their representatives, rules and regulations to this effect.
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