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‘Smoke-free zone’ goes into effect, affecting bars, cafes
By Korea HeraldPublished : June 6, 2013 - 14:57
The Ministry of Health and Welfare said on Thursday it would implement a new rule banning smoking at restaurants, bars and cafes.
The measure goes into effect after a six-month grace period that began in December. Bars and cafes larger than 150 square meters will be designated non-smoking zones from July 1.
Shops that violate the rule will face fines of 1.7 million to 5 million and individuals caught smoking in smoke-free zones will be given a 100,000 won fine.
Internet cafes are also subject to the new rule, but will be given a six-month grace period.
(knews@heraldcorp.com">khnews@heraldcorp.com)
The measure goes into effect after a six-month grace period that began in December. Bars and cafes larger than 150 square meters will be designated non-smoking zones from July 1.
Shops that violate the rule will face fines of 1.7 million to 5 million and individuals caught smoking in smoke-free zones will be given a 100,000 won fine.
Internet cafes are also subject to the new rule, but will be given a six-month grace period.
(knews@heraldcorp.com">khnews@heraldcorp.com)
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