Smoke Free Guildford

Local businesses are encouraged to plan ahead for going smoke-free. The move follows the signing of a smoke free charter by Guildford's Local Strategic Partnership.

By Summer 2007, work and enclosed public places in England will be completely smoke free by law, please see Going Smokefree [.pdf]. For more information at the local level go to Smokefree Surrey and nationally the Smoke Free England website.

But businesses have no need to fear the legislation.

Over 34% of people surveyed in Guildford and Waverley said that they would use restaurants and cafes more if a law were introduced. This means that businesses could actually benefit from going smoke free.

A first step will be for organisations to look at developing or improving their smoke free policy. Organisations can get free policy guidance and advice from West Surrey Stop Smoking Service by calling 01483 510460.

Click here for a frequently asked questions information sheet on smoke free regulations.

People wanting to quit smoking can also contact the service or visit www.givingupsmoking.co.uk for advice and help.

More information can be found here: Guildford Borough Site