The BMA has set out compelling scientific evidence supporting a total ban on smoking in motor vehicles.BMA director of professional activities Vivienne Nathanson (pictured) said: ‘The UK made a huge step forward in the fight against tobacco by banning smoking in all enclosed public places, but more can still be done. We are calling on UK governments to take the bold and courageous step of banning smoking in private vehicles. The evidence for extending the smoke-free legislation is compelling.’The BMA board of science briefing paper highlights evidence indicating that second-hand smoke in vehicles presents a serious health hazard, with toxin levels reaching more than 23 times those of smoky bars. Continue Reading