Devolution could improve air quality and cut emissions, report finds
Devolution would help regions in the north cut air pollution and reduce their carbon emissions, according to a new report….
Legislation
Environmental policies will be hugely influential in the general election
Climate change and air quality policies are likely to play a key role in determining the results of the upcoming…
Proposals launched to tackle non-transport air pollution in London
New proposals will be introduced that could see London’s local authorities get increased powers to tackle air pollution from construction…
Government will set PM2.5 target before 2022
It may be another three years until a target is set for reducing fine particulate matter (PM2.5), after the government…
Queen’s Speech confirms legally binding targets for air pollution
The government has confirmed that it plans to introduce legally binding targets for air pollution. The pledge was included in…
Law students to lead ‘day of action’ on air pollution
York Law School is leading 30 university law clinics around the world to take part in an inaugural global ‘day…
Shapps to look at bringing petrol and diesel car ban forward
The government’s target of ending the sale of petrol and diesel by 2040 could be brought forward, according to Grant…
Labour would create Clean Air Zones around hospitals
The Labour Party will pledge to create Clean Air Zones around hospitals, as part of its plans for an NHS…
