About Smokefree Tower Hamlets

New smokefree laws started on 1 July 2007

On 1 July 2007, new smoke free laws came into force. It is now against the law to smoke in virtually all public places and workplaces across England. Public transport and work vehicles are covered by the legislation, as are public places that are more than 50 per cent enclosed. ‘No smoking’ signs will make it clear where people can’t smoke.

The new legislation is designed to protect people from the significant health hazard of second-hand smoke. Local councils including Tower Hamlets are responsible for enforcing the new law. The council is working to ensure that local businesses and residents have access to the information and resources they need to comply with the new laws.

For a summary of what the new legislation means visit Smokefree England’s quick guide to the new smokefree laws

Access Smokefree Business Advice for Tower Hamlets Businesses.

If you live or work in Tower Hamlets and would like to make a fresh start and give up smoking you can access Fresh start - Help to give up smoking.