Since the introduction of the new smoke free law on 1st July 2007, all organisations should have their smoke free policy in place and identified all enclosed and substantially enclosed work and public areas that must be smoke free. If you still need advice, free policy guidance is available from West Surrey Stop Smoking Service by calling 01483 510460.
Further information, including guidance on defining enclosed and substantially enclosed work and public places, is available via the following links:
There is a limited supply of free 'No Smoking' signs available in the reception area of the council offices at Millmead. Otherwise, you can use the following links to download copies of the required signage for smokefree premises:
You are free to modify the signs, as long as they still meet the essential requirements for size and wording, you could change, for example "these premises" to "this pub", or another description as appropriate.
We have also produced a frequently asked questions [PDF] (45k) information sheet on smoke free regulations.
If you own a business that will be affected by this law, and you'd like to establish a smoking shelter or a smoking area outside the main enclosed building, visit our planning pages to find out about applying for planning permission and building regulation approval.
People wanting to quit smoking can contact the West Surrey Stop Smoking Service by calling 01483 510460 or visit the NHS stop smoking website (this link opens in a new window) for advice and help.
Anyone who wishes to complain about possible breaches of the smokefree law within Guildford Borough, can do so at smoke complaint.
Environmental Health and Licensing Services
Guildford Borough Council
Millmead House
Millmead
Guildford
GU2 4BB
Tel: 01483 444371
Fax: 01483 444546
Email: environmentalhealth@guildford.gov.uk