Wow, I did n't expect such a debate on this and that 'kids in bars' would come into it.
I posted this as I am fairly new here so sorry if it's all been discussed before but I wanted to have my say and find out the policy on smoking.
Keeping to the my original query and post, I now know the law on this and as such it's very simple whatever any one's opinions are. No smoking in enclosed premises so that means no smoking. Winter or summer or whatever. Bar owners/customers alike should take note.
As to 'kids in bars' and a few of Julesp's and a few other's comments.
I don't take my son to bars instead of the playground but both, my point was as it is winter places to go are limited. We go to the playground/beach weather permitting, walks in the pram and the local bars/restaurants that are open. So my point was simply that we are pretty well stuck for places to go if I cannot take him into one of our local resturants if it's full of smoke.
My persception of these places are that they are family orientated and have always welcomed us. I am from London and I know the restrictions of taking children to pubs/resturants. Living the turkish way is basicaly very different to living in London hence you don't feel awkward going into places with your children.
On a personal note I am talking about time in the afternoon where my son and myself can get of the flat for an hour, visit one of the local bars/restaurants where we are known and he can meet people and I meant "having a run about" literally. But of course he will want to explore but myself or his dad are always with him.
If I visit a place that is meant to be a smoke free zone then that's what it should be.
It's been interesting reading and thanks for everyone's views.
