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A drag for some as England follows Ireland’s initiative

Three years ago Ireland came to the fore when it became the first European country to introduce a nationwide smoking ban in all public places. Scotland followed suit last year, with Wales bringing the legislation into force in April. This week England joins the campaign to kick the habit. Elaine Sheridan and Trevor O’Sullivan investigate the impact it will have.

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