TD hits out at ‘silly and insane’ smoking ban on hospital grounds

An independent TD has condemned a smoking ban on the grounds of a 355-bed hospital, branding it “silly, stupid, and insane’’.

TD hits out at ‘silly and insane’ smoking ban on hospital grounds

The HSE yesterday announced Kerry General Hospital in Tralee will become a tobacco-free campus from Jan 6 and smoking will not be allowed anywhere on the grounds.

Michael Healy-Rae said it was ridiculous to expect people to walk up to the public road to smoke, which would be unsafe. People would also not be allowed smoke in their own cars.

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