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France will ban smoking in beaches, parks and near schools from July 1

a year ago
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  • #public health
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  • France will ban smoking in outdoor places frequented by children, including beaches, parks, and bus stops.
  • The ban, effective from July 1, aims to protect children's right to breathe clean air.
  • Violators face fines up to €135 ($154), but cafe terraces and e-cigarettes are exempt.
  • Approximately 75,000 people die annually in France from tobacco-related complications.
  • 62% of French people support banning smoking in public places.