Expansion of smoking ban to inclusion of e-cigarettes in the country.
In a significant move towards improving public health, the Baden-Württemberg state government is set to introduce a new non-smoking protection law. The cabinet's approval of this law is expected in the coming week.
The proposed law aims to extend the smoking ban in public buildings, schools, hospitals, and youth centres to include electronic cigarettes, shishas, and disposable electronic cigarettes. This move is aimed at protecting children and young people from the harmful effects of passive smoking.
Currently, smoking is permitted in special smoking rooms in several German states, including Baden-Württemberg. However, under the new law, smoking areas or rooms will no longer be allowed in schools and offices. Additionally, smoking will not be allowed on children's playgrounds, at bus and tram stops, in casinos, and gaming halls.
The exceptions for smoking in bars and restaurants, such as beer tents and outdoor areas, are not expected to change. Smoking is also allowed in small one-room bars if no hot food is served. In larger restaurants and clubs, smoking is permitted in separate smoking areas.
It is worth noting that there are ongoing discussions about strengthening non-smoker protection and possibly banning tobacco advertising nationwide. However, these changes are not specific to Baden-Württemberg. As of July 2025, there are plans to ban smoking in certain public areas across Germany, such as parks, beaches, and public transport shelters. It is unclear if these specific bans apply to or include Baden-Württemberg.
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, checking with local authorities or recent news specific to Baden-Württemberg would be advisable.
In related news, a new forum of around 50 randomly selected citizens will deal with the new non-smoking protection rules and develop recommendations. This forum aims to ensure that the new laws are fair and effective in protecting the public's health.
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[1] Source: [Staatsanzeiger Baden-Württemberg](http://www.staatsanzeiger-bw.de/) [2] Source: [Deutsche Welle](https://www.dw.com/en/germany-considers-nationwide-smoking-ban/a-57116127) [3] Source: [Spiegel Online](https://www.spiegel.de/politik/deutschland/bundesregierung-will-tabakwerbung-verbieten-a-1280172.html) [4] Source: [Tagesschau](https://www.tagesschau.de/inland/rauchverbot-in-offentlichen-raeumen-101.html)
- The new non-smoking protection law, which includes bans on electronic cigarettes and shishas in public buildings and schools, is a notable policy-and-legislation move in health-and-wellness, aiming to protect children from passive smoking in Baden-Württemberg.
- The proposed regulations, to be discussed by a new citizens' forum, may extend beyond just smoking and could potentially influence policy-and-legislation related to general-news topics like tobacco advertising nationwide.
- In the realm of management, it's important to stay informed about the evolution of health-and-wellness policies, especially when it comes to local regulations such as the expanding smoking bans in Baden-Württemberg and plans for stricter rules across Germany.
