00:01Smoking and vaping could disappear from the sidelines at grassroots sport in Leeds.
00:06A campaign by Leeds City Council, Leeds Rhinos Foundation and Leeds United Foundation
00:12is encouraging local clubs to restrict use during training and matches.
00:16Organisers say the aim is to create healthier environments for children
00:20and to promote positive role models.
00:23Clubs signing a charter will appoint a lead and receive support, resources and signage.
00:28More than 111,000 adults in Leeds still smoke, according to latest estimates.
00:35Officials say falling rates show progress and they hope this initiative will help cut numbers
00:40while promoting stop-smoking services across the city.
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