I also heard this and that's why i was against the 'indoor smoking ban' because i thought that this is not going to end here. I actually agree with the idea in principle. Anything that improves the nations health ( generally ) has to be a good thing, i just thought that the way 'smokers' opinions and views were completely overlooked gave off sinister overtones. I would also like to know where the shortfall in taxes (2-4 billion annually) is going to be made up. Obviously less strain on the NHS due to a reduction in smoke related illnesses although these benefits would not be felt for a few years. For me it's just another example of the slow but steady erosion of our civil liberties and freedom of choice. And for all of you that like a 'tipple' be aware, the 'drinks voucher system' is the next bright idea effectively limiting the amount of drinks you can purchase. Again, in principle a sound idea with regards to public health and reducing 'binge drinking but again limiting the amount of choice you have in the running of your own life. Rant over