France Extends Smoking Ban to Beaches, Parks, and Schools
TL;DR
France is extending its smoking ban to beaches, public gardens, and areas near schools starting July 1st to protect children and reduce tobacco use, which is already at its lowest since the 1990s. The measure aims to denormalize tobacco use, especially among youth, and is supported by the public, with fines for non-compliance. The ban excludes e-cigarettes and is part of a broader plan to achieve a tobacco-free generation by 2032.
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