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Ivan Vasiunyk The governmental committee for humanitarian issues and social policy has approved a draft law on amending some Ukrainian laws regarding the strengthening of control over the sale of alcohol and tobacco, the press service of vice premier Ivan Vasiunyk has reported.

The new draft law expands a list of places where sales and consumption of alcohol and tobacco are banned.

In particular, the law bans from drinking alcohol and smoking at public transport stops, in underground passages and trade and entertainment centers, children's and sports playgrounds, not taking into account places for smoking and drinking.

In addition, the law would restrict the sale of alcohol and tobacco in parks, recreation sites and places where public events are held, on beaches and public transport stops, apart from places for smoking and drinking.

The draft law proposes to restrict beer advertisement.

The realization of the draft law needs additional funds from the budget.

It is expected the draft law would be approved by the cabinet.