Anyone caught will now be fined €30
Tourists have been warned of a new rule on certain beaches in Spain that could see people fined heft sums. Smoking is now illegal on all beaches in Barcelona, with the ban coming into effect since Friday, July 1.
The pilot project saw the amount of cigarettes butts left on the beach greatly reduced, which prompted the new law to be introduced.The city website states: "This ban is based on environmental protection & the right of citizens to enjoy a clean public space, free of smoke & cigarette butts."
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