IMPORTANCE OF INVESTING IN A SMOKING SHELTER AT YOUR BUILDING

In 2007 the Premises and Enforcement Regulations 2006 act came into effect, requiring any public place or workplace classified as “enclosed” or “substantially enclosed” to become smoke-free. This resulted in the need for smoking shelters. As of 2019, 13.9% of the UK population classed themselves as smokers. However, because a significant section of the population continues to either smoke or vape, employers and organisations must provide a suitable smoking shelter option. The 25-34 age group, which makes up a substantial portion of the working population, also has the highest percentage of smokers.

One way of tackling issues around smokers is providing smoking shelters, which have become increasingly important in recent years as more and more become healthconscious and are concerned about the harmful effects of second-hand smoke. For any building that permits smoking on its premises, investing in a smoking shelter is essential. In this blog, we will discuss the importance of investing in a smoking shelter for your building and the possible benefits that it provides.