Written answers

Tuesday, 11 March 2008

Department of Health and Children

Tobacco-Related Diseases

8:00 pm

Photo of Kathleen LynchKathleen Lynch (Cork North Central, Labour)
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Question 205: To ask the Minister for Health and Children her views on research which shows that passive smoke is particularly harmful to children and further evidence which shows that passive smoke can reach a high level in motor cars; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [10136/08]

Photo of Mary HarneyMary Harney (Dublin Mid West, Progressive Democrats)
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The harmful effects of exposure to cigarette smoke are well known as is the fact that such exposure is particularly dangerous in enclosed spaces (including motor cars). Parents and others with responsibility for the welfare of children have a particular responsibility to ensure that such exposure does not take place.

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