Smoking has not been allowed in the restaurant interior for almost 5 years. Based on a recommendation from the European Commission, the smoking ban could now be extended to café gardens. The “Krone” users have very different opinions about this proposal. We have listed the best reactions for you.
The topic was already hotly debated before the general smoking ban in catering establishments, which came into effect on November 1, 2019. “Krone” user Tark points out that the death of restaurants was predicted at the time, but this did not come true.
“The Killing Blow”
User Don Peppino However, he believes that the catering industry is already dying out and that the extended smoking ban would be the death knell.
Discrimination against smokers
In general, many users are extremely skeptical about the European Commission’s proposal. Non-smokers are adequately protected by the existing ban and an extension to outdoor dining areas would amount to discrimination against smokers AnsaHex notes.
Protection of children
However, many “Krone” users support the recommendation of a smoking ban in café gardens. Besides the annoying smoke to which the neighbors are exposed at the outdoor table, the most important argument here is the protection of children.
What do you think about a smoking ban in outdoor dining areas? What impact would this have on your leisure activities? Where do you think a smoking ban really makes sense and where not? We look forward to hearing your arguments in the comments!
Source: Krone
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