Repeal of Smoking Ban in Krakow Raises Concerns
According to a report from Eska on November 8th, the municipality of Krakow in Poland has decided to revoke regulations regarding the establishment of non-smoking areas.
Since 2009, the government of Krakow has made several changes to regulations, prohibiting smoking in public places, including bus and tram stops, children's playgrounds, parks, and others.
Recently, the ordinance regarding the establishment of smoke-free zones in the administrative boundaries of Krakow was abolished during a municipal government meeting. This decision included the revocation of all provisions, including those banning the use of e-cigarettes and other tobacco products in public areas.
Kraków City Councilor Łukasz Gibała has requested the mayor to consider organizing a social event aimed at raising public awareness about the ban on smoking at bus stops. Gibała states that he has recently received numerous complaints from citizens, who claim that the ban is often poorly enforced, thereby impacting passengers waiting for buses.
Citizens believe that this violation is rarely exposed by city guards, and offenders have not faced any punishment, rendering the regulations regarding smoke-free areas almost ineffective. Therefore, it is worth considering taking educational actions to enhance citizens' understanding of smoke-free zone regulations.
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