Studies point to air quality impacts in infants and over-60s
Two studies published by researchers in London this week (5 December) have uncovered health impacts from exposure to air pollution…
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RCP report highlights ‘widespread’ PM2.5 exposure
44 UK towns and cities are in breach of recommended World Health Organization (WHO) guidelines for fine particulate matter (PM2.5)…
T-Charge ‘could be adopted elsewhere in UK’
Health and environmental experts have welcomed the introduction of the T-Charge in central London to address concerns over air quality,…
Charity calls ‘time for change’ over air pollution deaths
The British Heart Foundation has called for urgent action to address the number of premature deaths caused by air pollution,…
Health bodies seeking to promote air quality research
Two major public health bodies are looking to promote a series of projects to understand the effectiveness of measures to…
Short film highlights air quality impact
An independent film company has produced a short film to highlight the impact and dangers of the UK’s air quality….
‘One in five’ London schools impacted by air pollution
One in five of London’s state schools are located in areas with poor air quality, a report linking social deprivation…
Mayor to fund air quality audits at London schools
The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, has announced funding for 50 ‘air quality audits’ for primary schools in some of…
