Restaurants will have to adjust to the smoke-free atmosphere
People will just have to adapt to the changes, that is if they succeed in being introduced. And that includes ourselves, the Italians, Spanish and all the other visitors to our shores whose populations like to smoke, as Mr O'Neill suggested.
We all have to recognise the laws in whatever country we happen to be visiting. If smoking is not allowed in Irish pubs or restaurants, then people no matter who or where they come from will have to comply with those laws.
Don't worry about shrinking profits, Mr O'Neill; everyone has to eat. However, that after-dinner smoke will have to be taken outside the door.
This summer, I visited a restaurant/bar on Cape Cod where I used to work many years ago. I was absolutely delighted to see a notice prominently displayed on the front door: 'No Smoking In This Establishment.' It was sheer heaven in there. I left with that 'just showered' feeling I had entered with!
The manager later confirmed that the arrangement was very successful. So adapt, Mr O'Neill, and as the American's say, 'Go with the programme.'
Desi Dunne,
'Glenbower,'
Sth Douglas Rd.,
Cork
