Spain Moves to Ban Smoking in Stadiums and Bar Terraces

Spain’s government will propose a sweeping ban on smoking tobacco and electronic cigarettes in public outdoor spaces.

The bill aims to ban smoking in bar and restaurant terraces, outdoor concerts and in the vicinity of schools and hospitals, among other locations, according to a copy of the draft seen by Bloomberg. The bill was approved by Cabinet on Tuesday and will now be opened to public consultation before going to Parliament.