Smoking regulations

Smoking is not allowed in enclosed public places and workplaces in Scotland. This includes buildings and work vehicles. We enforce smoke‑free laws to protect people from second hand smoke and to support public health.

Most places follow the law, but breaches can still happen. If you do not follow the rules, this is a criminal offence and you may be issued with a fine.

Penalties

You can receive a fixed penalty notice if you break the law:

• Individuals: £50 for smoking in a non‑smoking area
• Managers or persons in control: £200 for:
  • allowing someone to smoke in a non‑smoking area, including work vehicles
  • not displaying required no smoking signs

If you receive a fine

Our enforcement officers can issue a fixed penalty notice if you smoke where it is not allowed, or if you are responsible for a premises and allow smoking.

If you receive a notice, you can pay it online.

Reporting a concern

You can report concerns about smoking in enclosed public places or workplaces to help us keep spaces smoke‑free. Please contact Environmental Services

Why this matters

Smoke‑free laws have greatly reduced exposure to second hand smoke in Scotland. Keeping public places and workplaces smoke‑free helps protect your health and the health of others.