SMOKE FREE PARTNERSHIP UPDATES

November 2009 - According to the latest World Health Organisation data, almost one in five deaths in rich countries is caused by smoking.

November 2009, Brussels - This article is to provide information on the current timeline and decision-making process regarding the draft Council Recommendation on smoke-free environments.

July 2009, Brussels - On 30 June 2009, the European Commission adopted a proposal for a Council Recommendation on smoke-free environments.

December 2008, South Africa - We are happy to announce that The COP adopted very strong guidelines on Articles 5.3 (protection of public health policy with respect to tobacco control from the commercial and other vested interests of the tobacco industry).

April 2008, Brussels - This second issue of "Spotlight on the FCTC" highlights how the European Commission, European Parliament and EU Member States have met, or in some cases failed to meet, their obligations to tackle second-hand smoke, according to Article 8 of the convention.

October 2007, Basel - 4th European Conference on Tobacco or Health.

June 2007, Bangkok - From the 30 June to 6 July the second Conference of the Parties to the FCTC met in Bangkok, Thailand.

May 2007, Brussels - Join the Global Smokefree Partnership’s campaign - it only takes five minutes!!

May 2007 - the Global Smokefree Partnership published a report which focuses on the adoption of smoke-free laws around the world.