Smoking ban finds widespread public support

Poles are closest to unanimity in supporting a ban on smoking at public facilities, with 85% in favor. 70% want smoking banned from restaurants, pubs and cafes, and 60% from work. However, very few would like smoking to be prohibited in private cars or in the streets. And in general, very few respondents expect the law to be observed at all. Commenting the findings, Tadeusz Cymański, a Law and Justice (PiS) deputy, who is backing the bill, says that while some provisions may remain a dead letter, "The law would also send an important message that has an educating influence". (Dziennik, p. 7) R.M.