Vale of Glamorgan businesses: Are you ready? - 02/03/07
The Vale of Glamorgan Council is stepping up its efforts to
ensure that all businesses are ready for the new smoke free
legislation coming into force on April 2.
Council officers, who are currently running a series of business
advisory sessions, have found that many businesses think they will
not be affected by the law or that they already comply.
The legislation will apply to all public places, workplaces and
even premises where voluntary work is carried out – not just pubs,
hotels and restaurants.
Operational Manager (Regulatory Services) Kate Thompson said:
"With very few exceptions, every business and organisation will
need to take steps to ensure that employees, customers and other
visitors do not smoke on their premises.
"The law will require all businesses, whether they are currently
smoke free or not, to display bilingual no smoking signs at or near
each entrance."
For further information about the legislation and what you need
to do to comply, visit the Welsh Assembly Government website
www.smokingbanwales.co.uk or
contact the Vale Council Smoke Free Premises Hotline on (01446)
709105.