Smoking ban will be introduced in Austrian restaurants from 1 November

The smoking ban in Austrian catering units will take effect from midnight on 1 November. Meanwhile, the authorities are also prepared to monitor compliance with the Regulation.

From 1 November, smoking will be prohibited in Austria in all public places where food and drink is produced, processed, served or consumed. The ban applies to hookahs and electronic cigarettes. The only exceptions to the law are garden areas and similar outdoor catering units. (MTI, Noll Katalin)