Taoiseach gets US award in recognition of smoking ban

16/03/2005 - 07:43:06
The American Lung Association has presented the Taoiseach Bertie Ahern with an award to mark Ireland's workplace smoking ban.

The hugely popular ban was introduced almost a year ago, despite strenuous objections from the hospitality industry.

Speaking after he received his award last night, Mr Ahern reiterated that the ban would have long-term health benefits for bar workers and customers who are no longer forced to inhale second-hand smoke.