Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health are calling for a ban on smoking in cars whilst children are passengers.
They argue that the UK falls behind many countries in terms of protection for children. Parts of Canada, Australia and the US have already banned smoking in cars if you are travelling with a child. Smoking has already been made extinct in an office environment and in pubs, in order to protect other adults, yet we can still smoke freely on the school run.
With many drivers seeing their car as an extension of their home they will no doubt feel that the 'nanny state' is taking a step too far. Opponents will also have major concerns as to how this will be policed.
We have talked before about the issues relating to smoking in cars and resell value, a more pressing concern is obviously a child's health and welfare.
