Smoking in indoor restaurants and other closed public places has been banned for some time now. I think the time may be ripe to take the next step and have smoking totally banned from all public places. This should include open air eating places, streets and beaches.
I strongly believe that the benefits to be reaped from a healthier environment will by far outweigh the ‘inconvenience’ that some smokers might feel.
With the present system many non-smokers and people with chest problems are precluded from enjoying open air restaurants or even having a simple stroll along a busy street or pavement.