From 1 October 2012, a person (e.g. an employer) who occupies or manages smoke-free premises must ensure that at least one legible no-smoking sign is displayed on those premises.
The legal requirements for a no-smoking sign under reg. 2 of the Smoke-free (Signs) Regulations 2007 (SSR) will be abolished, e.g. from 1 October 2012, a no-smoking sign will not be required to be at least A5 size.
No-smoking signs in work vehicles
From 1 October 2012, a person who manages a smoke-free vehicle must ensure that at least one legible no-smoking sign is displayed in the vehicle.
The legal requirements for a no-smoking sign under reg. 3 of the SSR 2007 will be abolished, e.g. from 1 October 2012, a no-smoking sign will not be required to display a no-smoking symbol.
Source: The Smoke-free (Signs) Regulations 2012 [SI 2012/1536].