Jeremy Clarkson SLAMS Keir Starmer - New Diddly Squat Farm Pub - Hawkstone Lager

Starmergeddon in full effect... and now he wants to BAN smoking - OUTDOORS!

Jeremy Clarkson, famous for his roles on "Top Gear" and "The Grand Tour," has recently expanded his ventures into the hospitality industry by opening a new pub called *The Farmer’s Dog* in the Cotswold village of Chadlington, Oxfordshire. This pub marks the latest chapter in Clarkson’s ongoing exploration of rural life, which has captivated audiences through his Amazon Prime series, "Clarkson’s Farm." However, the opening of The Farmer’s Dog has not been without controversy, particularly due to local traffic concerns and Clarkson’s decision to ban Labour Party leader Keir Starmer from the establishment.

The UK government is proposing a new plan to extend the smoking ban to various outdoor spaces, including pub gardens, restaurant patios, hospital grounds, nightclubs, sports venues, and some smaller parks. This initiative, confirmed by Sir Keir Starmer after reports were leaked, is seen as a "sensible approach" by education minister Baroness Jacqui Smith, who argues that reducing the number of places where smoking is permitted will encourage people to quit, thereby addressing the approximately 80,000 annual deaths from smoking-related diseases in the UK.

The proposal has sparked criticism from Conservatives and others who view it as an infringement on personal freedoms, accusing the government of promoting a nanny state. Despite this, Baroness Smith defended the plan, noting that the evidence supports the need for stricter regulations to save lives. She emphasized that the proposed ban is not rooted in ideology but in public health concerns.

The hospitality industry has expressed significant concerns, with some representatives suggesting that the ban could be the "final nail in the coffin" for pubs and restaurants already struggling with economic challenges. However, Smith pointed to the successful implementation of the indoor smoking ban in 2007, which initially faced similar opposition but ultimately led to a healthier and more enjoyable environment in public spaces.

Starmer highlighted the potential benefits of the ban, including a reduced burden on the NHS and taxpayers. He stated that further details would be forthcoming but reiterated the importance of taking action to prevent unnecessary deaths.

The government's proposal aligns with the Conservatives' earlier efforts to curb smoking, including a plan to prohibit anyone born after 2009 from ever purchasing cigarettes. This Tobacco and Vapes Bill, despite concerns about restricting personal freedom, received broad cross-party support in Parliament, passing with 383 votes in favor and 67 against.

A recent YouGov poll indicates that 58% of British adults support the proposed outdoor smoking ban, while 35% are opposed. The poll surveyed 3,715 people on August 29, reflecting significant public interest in the ongoing debate.