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P&O Cruises has announced that the inside areas of three of the ships in its fleet will be made smoke free this year.

From October, smoking will not be allowed inside two of the operator's family-friendly ships, the Oceana and Ventura, and one of its adult-only liners, the Artemis.

Some outside areas will be allocated for smoking and passengers will also be able to smoke on their cabin balconies.

P&O Cruises managing director Nigel Esdale said: 'Since Britain went smoke free in July 2007 the British public has become accustomed to being in a smoke-free environment, with 76% of the general public supporting the ban.

'We hope that becoming smoke free will give all our passengers, especially children, a cleaner and more pleasant environment in which [to] enjoy their holiday on board.'

Mr Esdale said the initiative will combine with facilities such as spas and fitness centres to help provide a 'fun and healthy holiday' for people travelling with P&O Cruises.

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