Implementation of Regency Regulation No. 8 of 2016 on Smoke-Free Areas: A Case Study in West Bangka Regency

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Case study shows ineffective compliance with smoke-free areas in government settings, highlighting cultural resistance and enforcement issues.

Compliance with non-smoking areas remains low, with 30% of government employees still smoking in designated zones.
Weak enforcement mechanisms and cultural resistance have significantly hampered regulation effectiveness despite its intentions.
Using a socio-legal approach, interviews with stakeholders revealed insufficient resources and inadequate sanctions for non-compliance.
Findings suggest that stronger public education and stakeholder collaboration are necessary to promote a smoke-free culture.

Destineni et al. (2025) studied this question.

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Case study shows ineffective compliance with smoke-free areas in government settings, highlighting cultural resistance and enforcement issues.