air pollution
Clean air investment means no charges for Manchester drivers
The Government has accepted mayor Andy Burnham’s proposals for greater investment instead of a clean air charging zone in Greater Manchester.
Bosnia’s capital chokes on toxic air as thick blanket of smog engulfs Sarajevo
Nestled in a valley surrounded by mountains, Sarajevo is particularly prone to air pollution.
Air pollution hits 20-year low but public health risks remain – think tank
Almost all of England is still exposed to levels that the World Health Organisation associates with significant public health risks, researchers said.
‘Long and painful journey’ to official apology for Ella’s pollution-linked death
Rosamund Adoo-Kissi-Debrah said she will continue to push for clean air after a Government apology for the death of her daughter in 2013.
Ministers apologise to mother of girl who died after air pollution asthma attack
The three Government departments have settled the claim ahead of a High Court trial for an undisclosed sum.
Air pollution increasing number of vet visits for cats and dogs – research
Five years of data on more than seven million visits to veterinary practices across the UK was analysed.
Outer London car-related air pollutant 13% lower due to Ulez, City Hall says
Mayor of London Sadiq Khan extended the Ulez zone to cover all London boroughs on August 29 2023.
‘Low emission zones could reduce mental health problems’ – study
The new study found that air pollution – and potentially noise pollution – can have an impact on mental health.
‘Drinking less alcohol and reducing chance of diabetes cuts dementia risk’
In a new study some 161 risk factors for dementia were examined.
Attempt to overturn Ulez expansion in London blocked in the Commons
Labour MPs spoke at length against the Greater London Low Emission Zone Charging (Amendment) Bill.