A number of measures has been proposed by actors of the health care sector in the UK to improve air quality especially in cities. Image source: Shutterstock (#456280921)Public Health England (PHE) and the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (Nice) want to employ various measures to decrease air pollution in the UK, which has been reached illegal levels in about 90% of urban areas. Measures include no idling zones near schools, care homes and hospitals, and fines drivers who do leave the motor running. Other recommendations for local governments are the planting of more trees, training drivers to keep their tyres pumped up, and supporting cycling and electric vehicles. Clean air zones are deemed the most effective way to cut air pollution.
“This guidance is based upon the best evidence available. It outlines a range of practical steps that local authorities can take, such as the implementation of no-idling zones, to reduce emissions and protect the public,” said Professor Paul Lincoln, chair of the Nice guideline committee.
To get the movement going, Westminster city council has already introduced £80 fines for leaving engines running.
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