EU Council Updated Recommendation on Smoke-Free Environments

The EU Council's updated recommendation on smoke-free environments includes vaping aerosol in legislation, extending rules to outdoor areas frequented by children and patients. Despite objections from groups like ETHRA and MEP Liese, the Commission drew on outdated evidence in this decision. While the recommendation is not binding, national governments can choose to implement it. Concerns center on potential misinformation about vaping risks, contrasting with known smoking dangers. The call is for sensible policy-making at the national level, considering a broader perspective beyond the recommendation's scope.