Olivia Mitchell (Dublin South, Fine Gael)

We read regularly in the newspapers that the ban on smoking in the workplace is about to commence any day. Will the Taoiseach clarify whether it is to be introduced prior to the taking of the Public Health (Tobacco) (Amendment) Bill 2003 which is before the House, and whether he thinks it wise to do this as the House has only completed Second Stage?

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