Smoking could be banned outside pubs and cafes in England if councils get their way.
The Local Government Association is calling for the ban.
It represents councils across England.
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Government clash over smoking
Councils want the measure introduced to make pubs and cafes more family friendly.
They think this would help give venues a boost as they re-open following lockdown.
The LGA wants an amendment to the business and planning bill.
It would make all pavement licences issued by councils subject to the condition that they are smoke-free places.
People who want to avoid breathing in second-hand smoke can normally stay inside.
But the coronavirus outbreak means indoor space is restricted.
But central government is not convinced.
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