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Spain Bans Smoking on Terraces: Fines Loom!
15 Dec
Summary
- Spain is expanding its smoke-free areas to include terraces and public spaces.
- New legislation will ban smoking at festivals, concerts, and outdoor performances.
- Violators face fines up to €600,000, with venues also subject to penalties.
Spain is preparing to enact a comprehensive smoking ban, which will prohibit smoking in previously permitted areas such as bar and restaurant terraces. This expansion of smoke-free zones will also encompass playgrounds, university campuses, and bus stops.
The legislation further extends to outdoor events, banning smoking at festivals, concerts, and performances. Additionally, a 15-meter exclusion zone around schools and hospitals will be enforced. This move by the Spanish government includes a crackdown on other smoking-related products, such as nicotine pouches and electronic cigarettes.
Smokers caught violating these new regulations could face substantial fines, with penalties reaching up to €600,000 in severe cases. Businesses that fail to enforce the ban properly will also be subject to repercussions, reflecting Spain's commitment to prioritizing public health.
