Hear what residents think of new French smoking ban
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France has become the first European country to ban smoking on all beaches and in parks nationwide. The sweeping measure is part of President Emmanuel Macron’s pledge to create “the first tobacco-free generation” by 2032, but with 23% of the adult population still smoking daily, according to the French national public health agency, not all citizens are supportive of the measures.
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- France bans smoking on all beaches, in public gardens, and near schools nationwide. 8s
- Violators of the new law face a fine of 135 euros. 13s
- The government aims for a tobacco-free generation by 2032. 17s
- 23% of French adults still smoke daily, though rates are declining. 1m 26s
- Smoking remains allowed on terraces, which many residents value. 1m 46s