The ban on smoking outside pubs and clubs might be removed.

The Labour party has put forward a proposal to reduce the number of smoking-related deaths in the UK, going beyond what the Conservative party has planned. However, there has been some backlash from the hospitality industry, causing the government to reconsider their approach.

One of the main concerns raised by pub owners is the potential job losses and closures that could result from the ban on smoking in pub gardens. Tom Bott, founder of a London-based beer brewery, expressed his worries about the impact this could have on small independent businesses. He believes that this legislation could further strain an already struggling industry.

Michael Kill, chief executive of the Night Time Industries Association, questioned whether this was a step towards a "nanny state" and what other restrictions could be imposed in the future. Despite these concerns, the Labour government seems to be revising their initial proposal to ban smoking in outdoor areas.

There are reports that the government is now considering a more moderate approach, with one Downing Street official stating that the ban on outdoor smoking is not a serious enough issue to warrant such strict measures. However, a government source has clarified that no final decision has been made yet.

The proposed bill, called the Tobacco and Vapes bill, is set to be introduced to Parliament before Christmas. Health Secretary Wes Streeting has described it as a more ambitious plan than what the previous Conservative government had proposed. Under their plan, the legal age for buying tobacco would gradually increase, ultimately resulting in no one born after January 1, 2009 being able to legally smoke.

In addition to the ban on outdoor smoking, Labour has also announced their intention to prohibit the sale of disposable vapes in England from June 2025. This is a further step towards reducing the harmful effects of smoking and promoting a healthier lifestyle. The government is committed to finding a balance between protecting public health and supporting businesses in the hospitality industry.

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