General Article This group of people have benefited most from the UK smoking ban

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And it isn’t smokers... 

By Sophie Gallagher

A decade since the UK public smoking ban was introduced, researchers have been finding out who has benefitted most from the changes.

And the new study from Lancaster University has found there is one group whose well-being has improved more than all other demographics – married women with children.

This finding is particularly important because it highlights the welfare impact extends beyond just smokers themselves.

The World Health Organization re...

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