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Ireland made history in 2004 when it banned smoking in indoor workplaces, but Milan has now gone a step further.
As of this week, the Italian city has banned smoking in most open-air public areas - including the likes of parks, bus stops and stadiums.
A number of exemptions are in place, including for those who light up in isolated spots or anyone using e-cigarettes.
The city council says the aim of the wide-ranging ban is to reduce harmful particles being released into the air and protect citizens against the dangers of passive smoking.
Fines of up to €240 will be gradually introduced for those in breach of the new rules, with the aim of totally banning all outdoor smoking by 2025.