For a country in our financial situation, the general health of Scotland is very poor. In some regions, the average life expectancy for men does not exceed 54 years. Smoking is a major cause. It is especially among young people that smoking is much more popular than before. In October 2008, it was estimated that a third of 16-24 year olds smoke. This figure is the highest in 10 years. Between the ages of 16 and 19, girls are more likely to smoke than boys. This has been recognized as a major problem for the country and several measures are being taken to try to put an end to it, such as banning smoking. in public places, which came into force on 26 March 2006. It is now illegal to smoke in pubs, clubs and enclosed places. After a year of banning smoking, the number of ...