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Prior to 1987, UK National Health Service hospitals could not be prosecuted for failing to comply with health, safety, food and hygiene legislation due to their having Crown Immunity, they could only be persuaded to improve. This immunity was removed in 1987 since when, up to Mar 1992, around 20 prosecutions have been pursued and 240 Improvement and Prohibition Notices issued. Most of the prosecutions have been due to a failure to establish safe working systems. Several health authorities have also been fined for not reporting accidents.
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Many UK public houses and restaurants offer customers the choice of smoking or non-smoking areas, although initiating such changes in local drinking establishments can be difficult and may reduce takings. Landlords are advised to help non-smokers by limiting the number of ashtrays, providing clear signs to indicate a non-smoking area and introduce ventilation which removes smoke from the atmosphere.
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Leisure centres should ensure that sports hall sessions are run in accordance with fire safety precautions. Fewer people than that considered to be 'full' capacity should be admitted to speed skating sessions, however. Skaters should be expected to abide by strict safety practices. Safety advice for trampolining, inflatable castles, sun beds and climbing walls is also given.
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