50 Day Countdown to Smokefree England

The countdown to the ban on smoking in enclosed public places in England is now well and truly underway, with 50 days remaining until the July 1 deadline.

To mark the start of this 50 day countdown, Smokefree England is launching an advertising campaign to raise awareness of what the new law means and how it will affect people.

This will involve a national television campaign showing the kinds of places which will be affected, beginning on May 14.

According to the latest NHS Smokefree England newsletter 93% of adults are aware of the coming law, though fewer know exactly when it comes into force.

The Smokefree England website contains information about all aspects of the legislation, with a particular emphasis on the advantages of freedom from secondhand smoke: ‘A smokefree England will ensure a healthier environment, so everyone can socialise, relax, travel, shop and work free from secondhand smoke’.