Smoking in cars with children banned in Wales

Politicians in Wales have voted to make smoking in a car where children are present illegal.

Smoking in cars with children banned in Wales

Politicians in Wales have voted to make smoking in a car where children are present illegal.

Members of the Welsh Assembly have passed the landmark legislation this evening.

The new law will come into effect in less than four months' time and could see those breaking it hit with a £50 pound fine or even a court appearance.

The Children's Minister in Ireland - has moved similar legislation through the Dáil - though it has yet to come into force.

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