01 July 2009

Greece is the EU's heaviest-smoking nation - 40% of the population smokes.

BBC News | Europe | Greece acts to stub out smoking

Greece has introduced a ban on smoking in hospitals, schools, vehicles and all public places. Those who break the new law face fines of up to 500 euros (£428), and businesses risk losing licences after several offences.

But defying the authorities is a national sport and there is no guarantee the ban will succeed, a BBC correspondent in Athens says.

What happens should Turkey join the EU?

They can keep imperfect fruit and veg.