Smoking ban comes into effect in Wales
Smokers in Wales were today banned from lighting up in public places.
Those flouting the new law – which came into force at 6am today – face a £50 (€74) fine.
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Those flouting the new law – which came into force at 6am today – face a £50 (€74) fine.
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