The Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) has expressed concern over the increasing disregard for regulations prohibiting smoking in public spaces, emphasizing the public health risks posed to both smokers and non-smokers.

Under the Public Health Act 2012 (Act 851) and Tobacco Regulations 2016 (L.I. 2247), smoking in public places is strictly prohibited to safeguard public health.

Despite these laws, many individuals continue to flout the regulations.

Speaking in an interview with the media, Dr.