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Smoking Prohibition (National Health Service Premises) Bill

A Bill to prohibit smoking on National Health Service premises; and for connected purposes.

Originating House

House of Commons

Last Updated

21 March 2019

In Plain English

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This bill would ban smoking on National Health Service premises, including hospitals and clinics. It aims to protect patients, staff and visitors from second-hand smoke and to promote a smoke-free NHS, with related measures to support enforcement and practical implementation.

Key Points

Prohibits smoking on all NHS premises (hospitals, clinics and related sites).
Applies to everyone on NHS premises, including patients, staff, visitors, contractors and volunteers.
Aims to reduce exposure to second-hand smoke and improve health and safety within NHS environments.
Includes enforcement and practical measures to support compliance in NHS settings.

Progress

The bill has reached the second reading in the House of Commons, where its general principles will be debated. If supported, it will move on to detailed scrutiny in committee.

Who is affected?

NHS patientsNHS staff (clinical and non-clinical)NHS visitors and relativesContractors, suppliers, volunteers and other personnel on NHS premisesSmokers and people who may smoke on NHS premisesNHS trusts and other NHS organisations responsible for enforcing the ban

Generated 21 February 2026

Updates & Documents

News (1)

News - Smoking Prohibition (National Health Service Premises)

1 Jan 1970

The Bill failed to complete its passage through Parliament before the end of the session. This means the Bill will make no further progress.

Parliamentary Votes (0)

No recorded votes for this bill yet.

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