[Smoking and attitude to smoking in Norway]

Prohibition of smoking on flights has received much public attention, and one has the impression that Norway lies ahead of other countries as regards regulation and reduction of smoking. According to a recent international comparison, quite the opposite seems to be the case. Norway has the worst figures compared with other Western countries. A local study conducted over the past ten years shows that attitudes towards smoking have changed dramatically, but there has been no change in the number of daily smokers. We suggest some ways of achieving a more smoke-free environment and reducing passive smoking.