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(1) Which local shops in the Ginninderra electorate have “No Smoking” signs erected on-site, and how many.
(2) Does the ACT Government have any plans to install more “No Smoking” signage in public enclosed spaces at local shops to remind visitors of smoking laws; if so, where; if not, what measures will the ACT Government take to enforce smoking laws at local shops.
(3) What is the estimated cost of installing a “No Smoking” sign – both against a wall and on a post.
(4) Will the ACT Government install a “No Smoking” sign in the area outside Coffee Guru and Bernie’s from the Bay at Charnwood Shopping Centre; if so, when; if not, what measures will the ACT Government take to enforce smoking laws in this area.
Ms Stephen-Smith: The answer to the member’s question is as follows:
1) This information is not collected by the ACT Government. Businesses may install their own ‘no smoking’ signs on their premises as they deem appropriate.
2) The ACT Government has installed ‘no smoking’ signs where required to enforce the provisions of the Smoke-Free Public Places Act 2003 (the Act). The Government has no immediate plans, nor has a need been identified, to install additional ‘no smoking’ signs in enclosed public places. The Government may supply additional ‘no smoking’ signage to businesses on request to encourage non-smoking behaviours.
ACT Policing and Access Canberra may respond to alleged breaches of the Act.
Access Canberra will also respond to public complaints regarding alleged breaches of the Act and may undertake investigation and enforcement action as necessary.
3) Where required for a specific location, the Government would seek a quote for the cost of producing and installing a ‘no smoking’ sign. This is done in accordance with relevant procurement policies and procedures. The costs of producing and installing signs will vary subject to the specific location and procurement.
4) The ACT Government has no plans to install a ‘no smoking’ sign in the area described. Under section 9E of the Act, the occupiers of the two food businesses are responsible for ensuring that ‘no smoking’ signs are prominently displayed in their outdoor eating and drinking places.
For enforcement matters, please see response to question two.
Municipal services—shade sails
(Question No 2838)
Mrs Kikkert asked the Minister for City Services, upon notice, on 29 November 2019:
(1) Has the ACT Government received any requests for the metal structure outside Coffee Guru/Bernie’s from the Bay to be replaced by a shade structure for outdoor seating; if so, how many requests have been received over the past three years.
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