Insect to Combat Japanese Knotweed / 12 Mar 2010 / News
Go-ahed given to release of psyllid insect to combat Japanse Knotweed
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London Assembly Investigation into City Airport Expansion / 12 Mar 2010 / News
An investigation into expansion of London City Airport has been launched.
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New ISO Standard for Reducing Airport Noise / 11 Mar 2010 / News
New ISO standard to help reduce noise in the vicinity of airports.
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Report on Air Pollution by Ozone Across Europe / 11 Mar 2010 / News
Technical report on air pollution by ozone across Europe in summer 2009.
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Report Suggests Solutions for Heathrow Airport Noise / 9 Mar 2010 / News
A new report outlines practical measures to reduce Heathrow aircraft noise.
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Met Office Initiative to Monitor Climate Change / 8 Mar 2010 / News
The Met Office has revealed plans to create a new global temperature data set.
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Support for Rejection of Government Guidance on Wind Turbine Noise / 8 Mar 2010 / News
Bradford wind turbine rejected even though it meets government guidelines.
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Council Cuts Could Put Strain on Environment / 5 Mar 2010 / Press release
Possible council budget cuts threaten local environmental quality
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Defra Release 'Air Pollution: Action in a Changing Climate' / 3 Mar 2010 / News
New report examines how climate change and air quality policy can be aligned.
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IPC Applications Go Live / 2 Mar 2010 / News
The IPC is now accepting applications for major infrastructure projects.
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Consultation on 'Development Control: Planning for Air Quality – 2010 Update' / 26 Feb 2010 / News
Updated guidance: 'Development Control: Planning for Air Quality'
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Energy Planning Policy Weak on Health Protection / 25 Feb 2010 / Press release
First National Policy Statements offer weak protection for the local environment
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Regulators Given Civil Enforcement Powers / 12 Feb 2010 / News
Civil powers give regulators greater flexibility to enforce environmental law.
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Welsh Boiler Scrappage Scheme / 12 Feb 2010 / News
The Welsh Assembly is considering introducing a boiler scrappage scheme.
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Research Investigates Impact of Windfarms on Peatland / 12 Feb 2010 / News
New research investigates the impact of windfarms on peatlands.
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Report Calls for Fresh Approach to Green Belt Land / 11 Feb 2010 / News
Report published on benefits Green Belt land produces for people and wildlife.
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2008 Land Use Change Statistics Published / 11 Feb 2010 / News
The UK Statistics Authority has released national statistics on land use change.
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Contaminated Land Guidance Under Review: A Cautious Welcome / 10 Feb 2010 / Press release
Defra has announced an intention to review contaminated land guidance.
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Will Domestic Wind Turbines in Scotland Wind up Neighbours? / 5 Feb 2010 / Press release
Response to proposal for permitted development rights for micro renwables.
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Ambient Air Quality and Cleaner Air for Europe / 4 Feb 2010 / News
Our response to Defra's consultation on the transposition of Directive 2008/50/EC.
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Research on Garden Grabbing Published / 4 Feb 2010 / News
The Government has published new research on garden grabbing.
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Benefits of Integrating Climate Change and Air Quality Policy / 4 Feb 2010 / News
Research on the benefits of integrating air quality and climate change policy.
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Response to Consultation on Compost Like Outputs / 4 Feb 2010 / News
Our response to a consultation on the use of CLOs from MBT of municipal waste.
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Noise Workshop Speaker Celebrates M40 Campaign Success / 3 Feb 2010 / Press release
A proposal to quieten the M40 has been shortlisted for consideration.
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Air Quality Indicator Suggests Drop in Particulate Levels / 3 Feb 2010 / News
Levels of harmful particulates dropped last year, according to Defra statistics.
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Road Traffic Blamed for Poor Air Quality in Parts of Scotland / 3 Feb 2010 / News
New report reveals poor air quality in 21 areas of Scotland.
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DECC Proposes Watered Down Air Quality Standards for Biomass Heat / 2 Feb 2010 / News
The DECC has released proposals for their Renewable Heat Incentive.
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Environmental Protection UK calls for sound guidance for assessing wind turbine noise / 27 Jan 2010 / Press release
Call for the Government to urgently review wind turbine guidance.
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Tackling the Environmental Impact of Obtrusive Light / 21 Jan 2010 / News
A workshop on light pollution will take place at De Montfort University.
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Small Renewables - Permitted Development in Scotland / 13 Jan 2010 / News
Scottish Government has published report on impact of small renewables
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Consultation on Land Condition Skills Development Framework / 13 Jan 2010 / News
Consultation opened on draft Land Condition Skills Development Framework.
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Europe Finally Adopts Tyre Labelling Regulation / 13 Jan 2010 / Press release
We welcome the news that the EU has adopted a tyre labelling Regulation.
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Government Launches Boiler Scrappage Scheme / 12 Jan 2010 / News
The Government has launched its £50m boiler scrappage scheme.
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Defra Publishes Low Emission Strategies Guidance / 12 Jan 2010 / News
Defra has published formal guidance on developing Low Emission Strategies.
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Annual Noise Workshop / 12 Jan 2010 / News
Preparations are well underway for our annual noise workshop.
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Liberal Democrats Attack Mayor Over London Air Pollution / 11 Jan 2010 / News
The Lib Dems have criticised failure to tackle London's air pollution.
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Defra Releases Air Pollution Statistics / 8 Jan 2010 / News
UK emissions of four major air pollutants decreased in 2008.
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National Audit Office Releases Air Quality Briefing / 8 Jan 2010 / News
The National Audit Office has published an air quality briefing for the UK.
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Call for Contaminated Land Capital Projects Bids / 15 Dec 2009 / Press release
Defra has opened bidding for its Contaminated Land Capital Projects Programme.
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Noise Research Cover Up - Sound Guidance on Wind Farm Noise Needed Now / 14 Dec 2009 / Press release
Further calls for review of methods to assess noise from wind farms
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BGS Launches Online Geological Maps / 11 Dec 2009 / News
A BGS geological map of Britain is now available online.
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Aviation Growth Must be Slowed, says Climate Committee / 11 Dec 2009 / News
Growth in aviation must not exceed 60% over next 40 years, finds new report
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Boiler Scrappage Scheme Will Reduce NOx Emissions / 11 Dec 2009 / News
Pre-Budget report includes plans for a scrappage scheme for domestic gas boilers.
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Commission Blasts Inadequate London Air Pollution Plans / 11 Dec 2009 / Press release
EC decision brings renewed pressure to tackle London's air pollution problems.
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Exposures to Airborne Metals Linked to Respiratory Symptoms / 11 Dec 2009 / News
Exposure to airborne metals could raise risk of respiratory disease for inner-city children
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Committee Supports Third Heathrow Runway / 10 Dec 2009 / News
Commons Transport Select Committee report supports third runway at Heathrow
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Greenhouse Gases Continue to Rise / 10 Dec 2009 / News
Greenhouse gases have reached their highest level since pre-industrial times
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Government Invests in Low Carbon Transport / 10 Dec 2009 / News
The Department of Transport has announced funding for low carbon technology
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Second Wave of Eco-Towns / 10 Dec 2009 / News
The Housing Minister has announced funding for nine new eco-town projects
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Contaminated Land Experts Publish GACs / 9 Dec 2009 / News
Experts have published 35 generic assessment criteria (GACs) for soil.
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Fall in Northern Ireland Noise Complaints / 9 Dec 2009 / News
Noise complaints in Northern Ireland have fallen by 5% over the past year
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Survey Reveals European Attitudes to Climate Change / 9 Dec 2009 / News
Europeans remain concerned about climate change, a new survey has revealed
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Call to Reduce Shipping Emissions / 9 Dec 2009 / News
NGOs have called for a co-operative approach to reduce shipping emissions
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Call for Co-operation at Air Quality Summit / 8 Dec 2009 / News
Call for local authorities to work with Government on improving air quality
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Defra Publishes Environmental Statistics / 8 Dec 2009 / News
Defra publishes environmental statistics and sustainable action plan.
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Funding for Wind Energy Announced / 7 Dec 2009 / News
A new scheme could enable around £1.4bn of onshore wind projects to move to construction
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Consultation on Use of Compost-Like Outputs / 7 Dec 2009 / News
EA launches consultation on the use of compost-like outputs on land
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Eye on Earth Expanded / 7 Dec 2009 / News
Eye on Earth portal provides air quality information to more than 500 million people
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Newcastle Voted UK's Greenest City / 7 Dec 2009 / News
Newcastle has been crowned the UK's most sustainable city.
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EEA Publishes Emissions Predictions / 3 Dec 2009 / News
European Environment Agency has published a report on greenhouse gas emissions trends
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Support for Measures to Manage Annoying Light Pollution / 27 Nov 2009 / Press release
New report from RCEP recommends better approach to lighting.
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Revision of Guidance for Assessing Wind Farm Noise Impacts Needed Now / 26 Nov 2009 / News
We have urged Goverment to review guidance for assessing noise from wind farms.
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Government Spin the Science on Small Renewables / 19 Nov 2009 / Press release
Noise concerns over permitted development rights proposals for small renewables.
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Change in Attitudes to Aircraft Noise / 13 Nov 2009 / News
New research suggests people are more annoyed by aircraft noise than they used to be.
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World Soil Day 5th December / 12 Nov 2009 / News
With World Soil Day approaching, we're promoting a new film - DIRT! The Movie.
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Launch of the Low Emission Strategies Partnership Regional Groups Initiative / 9 Nov 2009 / News
LES launch initiative to help organisations reduce transport emissions.
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Planning for Local Pollution – Will National Policy Statements Provide Protection? / 9 Nov 2009 / Press release
Concerns over impact of new National Policy Statement on local community.
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Noise Action Plans for England / 5 Nov 2009 / News
Our response to the draft noise action plan for England.
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European Noise Exposure Map Published / 27 Oct 2009 / News
EEA publish map showing extent of noise pollution in Europe.
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New Inquiry into Air Quality / 22 Oct 2009 / News
Environmental Audit Committee inquiry into UK measures to tackle air quality.
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Airport Noise Action Plans Not Fit For Purpose / 21 Oct 2009 / News
Our responses to draft airport noise action plans.
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Transport Noise: World Health Organisation Support Quieter Nights / 14 Oct 2009 / News
WHO publish the long awaited night time noise guidelines for Europe.
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New Soil Strategy for England / 25 Sep 2009 / News
New Strategy sets out measures to protect soil.
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Noise Action Plan Stakeholder Events / 24 Sep 2009 / News
Details of events held in September on behalf of Defra.
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Research Shows Support for Used Car Fuel Efficiency Labelling Scheme / 16 Sep 2009 / News
New DfT research shows support for developing a used car labelling scheme.
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HPA Say Impact on Health of Emissions from Incinerators is Minimal / 15 Sep 2009 / News
HPA position statement on health impacts of air pollution from incinerators.
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Attitudes to Climate Change in Northern Ireland / 14 Sep 2009 / News
New report from the Northern Ireland Environment Agency.
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Impacts of Noise on Immune System / 14 Sep 2009 / News
Article in Noise and Health Journal looks at impact of noise on immune system.
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Planning Act 2008 / 10 Sep 2009 / News
An update on recent documents and legislations published.
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Crime is in the Air Report / 4 Sep 2009 / News
New report by Centre of Crime and Justice Studies on air pollution.
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Managing Transport Noise – new leaflets communicate noise action planning / 1 Sep 2009 / News
New leaflets about noise mapping and action planning process published.
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Cut Your Engine and Cut Pollution This Bank Holiday / 27 Aug 2009 / Press release
Queuing drivers asked to turn of engines to help reduce air and noise pollution.
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Air Pollution Down in Europe / 26 Aug 2009 / News
Latest air pollution figures from EEA shows that in 2007 emissions in the EU-27 were down.
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Student Showcase Spotlights Research Excellence / 20 Aug 2009 / News
Winning entries from our 2009 national research competition.
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Effects of Environmental Noise on Health / 10 Aug 2009 / News
Our response to the recent HPA report highlights concerns and recommendations.
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Scottish Climate Change Act Receives Royal Assent / 7 Aug 2009 / News
The Climate Change (Scotland) Act 2009 received royal assent on 4 August.
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Assessment of Ozone in Europe / 23 Jul 2009 / News
European Environment Agency publish report on ground level ozone trends.
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Environmental Protection UK AGM 2009 / 23 Jul 2009 / News
Details of our 2009 AGM.
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Investigating Noise Protection for Thousands - Noise Action Plans England / 20 Jul 2009 / News
Defra consult on noise action plans for England.
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Renewable Energy Strategy Launched / 17 Jul 2009 / News
Strategy outlines Government thinking on biomass and air quality.
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Air Quality Indicator: 2008 Results / 17 Jul 2009 / News
Defra has published results of the air quality indicator for 2008
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Draft Airport Noise Action Plans Published / 15 Jul 2009 / News
Consultations published for airports in England.
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Low Carbon Transition Plan Launched / 15 Jul 2009 / News
Government set out new plans to reduce carbon emissions.
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Results of Domestic Wind Turbine Trial / 13 Jul 2009 / News
Energy Saving Trust trial shows importance of location, installation and siting.
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Transport Committee Report on Use of Airspace / 13 Jul 2009 / News
Committee calls for measures to reduce noise levels and protect tranquillity.
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Biomass Guidance to Help Councils Protect Health / 8 Jul 2009 / Press release
New guidance published by Environmental Protection UK and LACORS.
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Planning Guidance Review - Call for Evidence / 6 Jul 2009 / News
Review of Development Control: Planning for Air Quality underway.
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New Reports Say Noise is Harming our Health / 6 Jul 2009 / Press release
Environmental Protection UK support call for expert group on noise and health.
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Commission Rejects Bulk of Air Quality Derogations / 3 Jul 2009 / News
Decisions given on PM10 time extension requests for nine EU countries.
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Scottish Climate Change Bill Passed / 1 Jul 2009 / News
The Scottish Climate Change Bill has passed through the Scottish Parliament.
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Air Quality in Europe / 30 Jun 2009 / News
Two reports have been published showing the state of air quality in Europe and the health impacts of PM2.5.
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Call for Clarity in New Planning Procedures / 29 Jun 2009 / Press release
Concerns over inadequate protection for local communities in the Planning Act.
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UK Climate Projections 2009 – planning for our future climate / 24 Jun 2009 / News
New tool launched showing future climate change projections.
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Cabinet Reshuffle Changes / 16 Jun 2009 / News
A list of ministers for government departments.
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Ministerial Change – Defra Loses Link to Department of Energy and Climate Change / 15 Jun 2009 / Press release
Cabinet reshuffle widens gap between key departments.
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Contaminated Land Funding – a Call for Bids / 5 Jun 2009 / Press release
Second bidding window open for 2009/10.
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Action Needed to Reduce Emissions from Shipping / 4 Jun 2009 / News
Environmental Audit Committee report calls for further action to reduce emissions from shipping.
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New Centre Will Research Effects of Pollutants on Health / 4 Jun 2009 / Press release
New £5 million research initiative on the effects of pollutants on health.
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Air Quality Expert Group Report on Halogens and Metalloids / 3 Jun 2009 / News
Panel report on standards for Halogens and Hydrogen Halides in Ambient Air, and Guidelines for Metals and Metalloids in Ambient Air for the Protection of Human Health.
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Quality of Life in European Cities / 1 Jun 2009 / News
European Environment Agency report highlights impacts of air and noise pollution of people living in European cities and towns.
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Hot Weather Brings the First Smog of Summer / 1 Jun 2009 / Press release
Ozone pollution expected to reach high levels in rural parts of England.
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Land Use Change Statistics / 29 May 2009 / News
New data shows 78% of dwellings were built on previously developed land in 2008.
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Report Shows Extent of Contaminated Land in Scotland / 29 May 2009 / News
SEPA publish first report on progress of contaminated land regime in Scotland.
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Scottish Government Set Out Soil Framework / 27 May 2009 / News
New Framework sets out the future actions to protect soil and key soil outcomes.
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Soil Guideline Values for Nickel and Arsenic / 22 May 2009 / News
Environment Agency publish two new SGVs.
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Liberal Democrat Air Quality Commitment Welcomed / 19 May 2009 / Press release
Lib Dems say they would comply with air quality limits by 2012 Olympics.
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Is Traffic Noise Driving Millions Mad? / 18 May 2009 / Press release
Our survey finds transport noise causes stress to nearly a third of us.
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Guidance on Permeable Surfaces of Front Gardens / 18 May 2009 / News
Government publish revised leaflet aimed at reducing flooding and pollution.
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Noisy Neighbours Get an Earful / 14 May 2009 / Press release
Find out what's happening during Noise Action Week.
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Government Strategy to Improve Our Local Environment / 12 May 2009 / News
New Strategy highlights need for improved design standards.
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Urgent Action Needed to Tackle London Air Pollution / 4 May 2009 / News
Air pollution in London contributes to around 3000 deaths per year according to new research.
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Promoting Peaceful Neighbourhoods / 1 May 2009 / Press release
Noise Action Week 18 - 22 May 2009.
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Pollutant Release and Transfer Register Updated / 1 May 2009 / News
PRTR has been updated to include 2007 data.
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Biomass - Minister Recommends a Targeted Approach / 28 Apr 2009 / News
Response to our request for results of biomass impact assessment.
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Scottish Radon Maps Published / 27 Apr 2009 / News
New maps shows areas in Scotland affected by Radon.
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Defra Apply for Extension to Meet PM10 Limits / 24 Apr 2009 / News
Application for an extension to meet air quality limits for PM10 for eight areas of the UK
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Budget 2009 Brings Welcome Blitz on Bangers / 22 Apr 2009 / Press release
Our response to the Budget 2009.
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Environment Agency Call for Biomass Standards / 21 Apr 2009 / News
Agency call on Government to develop minimum standards for biomass.
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Encouraging Kids to Keep the Noise Down / 17 Apr 2009 / Press release
Neighbourhood Noise and Me teaching pack published.
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Towards Low Carbon Transport / 16 Apr 2009 / News
Government launch vision for ultra-low carbon vehicles.
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Draft Biomass and Air Quality Guidance Released / 14 Apr 2009 / News
Environmental Protection UK have published draft guidance for comment.
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Legal Action Launched Against Heathrow Expansion / 14 Apr 2009 / News
London Councils and green groups have launched legal action against plans to expand Heathrow.
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Will Eco-towns be Cleaner, Quieter and Healthier? / 2 Apr 2009 / Press release
Eco-towns planning policy should include local environmental quality standards.
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Soil Guideline Values for Six Contaminants Published / 1 Apr 2009 / News
The Environment Agency has published the first set of SGV and TOX reports, following the recent update of CLEA.
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EEA Report Shows More Needed to Tackle Impacts of Transport / 1 Apr 2009 / News
Transport is the biggest contributor to greenhouse gas emissions, poor air quality, and noise
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Particulates and Ground-Level Ozone Still Main Air Pollutants in Europe / 1 Apr 2009 / News
Two reports published by the European Environment Agency show particulates and ground-level ozone are still the main contributor to air pollution in Europe, despite improvements to EU legislation.
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Cleaner, Quieter, Safer, Motoring Ahead - Tyre Labels Approved / 31 Mar 2009 / Press release
Tyre labelling will help reduce traffic noise and CO2 emissions, and save fuel.
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Results of Biomass Impact Assessment Surface / 30 Mar 2009 / News
Parliamentary question leads to release of publication of results.
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Survey on London Air Pollution / 25 Mar 2009 / News
The London Assembly are carrying out a survey on air pollution.
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Children's Environment and Health Strategy for the UK Published / 25 Mar 2009 / News
Measures to address impacts of noise, contaminated land, and air pollution on children identified.
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Noise Impacts of Wind Farms Must Not be Neglected / 24 Mar 2009 / Press release
Renewable energy developments should avoid noise impacts.
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Airport Noise Action Planning Guidance Published / 24 Mar 2009 / News
Defra publish new guidance for airport operators.
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Tackling Noisy Neighbourhoods / 23 Mar 2009 / Press release
Noise Action Week 18 - 22 May 2009. Get involved!
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Environmental Audit Committee Report on Pre-Budget Report 2008 / 20 Mar 2009 / News
EAC call for further investment in low carbon initiatives.
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Quieter Tyre Standards To Be Introduced / 11 Mar 2009 / News
New tyre standards are to be introduced in Europe.
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Report Highlights Importance of Soil in Climate Change Mitigation / 10 Mar 2009 / News
EU report highlights need to improve soil management practices.
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International Initiative to Reduce Car Fuel Consumption / 10 Mar 2009 / News
New initiative launched to reduce fuel consumption by 50% by 2050.
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Scottish Report on Attitudes to the Environment / 9 Mar 2009 / News
Reports show Scottish environmental attitudes and behaviour.
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New Website on Car Fuel Efficiency / 3 Mar 2009 / News
New website to help consumers reduce their environmental impact.
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Public Attitudes to Climate Change and Transport / 26 Feb 2009 / News
DfT report on public attitudes to climate change and the impact of transport.
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Progress on the Contaminated Land Regime / 20 Feb 2009 / News
Environment Agency report on progress of the Contaminate Land Regime.
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New Research Links Road Traffic Noise to Heart Attacks / 20 Feb 2009 / News
Study shows people living near busy traffic are 40% more likely to suffer heart attacks.
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Revised Local Air Quality Management Guidance Published / 18 Feb 2009 / News
Guidance includes new information on implementing low emissions zones.
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UK Coalition Supports Labelling Tyres for Quieter, More Fuel Efficient Transport / 16 Feb 2009 / Press release
Letter to EU Committee highlights need for labelling for quieter tyres.
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Amendments to Noise Regulations / 16 Feb 2009 / News
Consultation on proposed amendments to the Environmental Noise (England) Regulations 2006.
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New Air Pollution Figures for 2007 / 13 Feb 2009 / News
Defra have published additional results for 2007 emissions of air pollutants.
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Can We Combat Climate Change and Protect Local Environmental Quality? / 9 Feb 2009 / Press release
Local Environmental Quality in a Low Carbon Age, 18th February, London
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Refuse Trucks, Wind Turbines, Students and Skateboards / 9 Feb 2009 / Press release
Can we manage noise in mixed low carbon neighbourhoods?
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National Tinnitus Week 9-15 February / 8 Feb 2009 / News
This week is National Tinnitus Week
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Transposition of EU Directive on Environmental Liability Finally Marches In / 5 Feb 2009 / News
New regulations will come into force on 1st March 2009.
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Health Pays the Price as London Mayor Abandons 3rd Phase of the Low Emission Zone / 4 Feb 2009 / Press release
Third phase of LEZ to be abandoned due to potential impact on small businesses.
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Govenment Publish Planning Route Map / 3 Feb 2009 / News
Route Map sets out timetable for preparing new national policy statements
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Provisional Results for Air Quality Indicator / 2 Feb 2009 / News
Provisional results for 2008 of the national air quality indicator have been published.
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European Commission Begins Legal Action Against the UK Over Air Pollution Failures / 29 Jan 2009 / Press release
Legal action as UK fails to meet standards on airborne particles.
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Revised CLEA Guidance Published / 20 Jan 2009 / News
The Environment Agency have published the revised CLEA guidance.
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Heathrow Noise and Pollution Assumptions Fatally Flawed / 15 Jan 2009 / Press release
Our response to today's announcement on the expansion of Heathrow.
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UK Still Not on Course to Meet Nitrogen Oxide Emission Limits / 8 Jan 2009 / Press release
Defra data release shows UK still not on target to meet targets under EU law.
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Will Welsh Action Plans Reduce Transport Noise Impact? / 7 Jan 2009 / News
Our response to the draft noise action plans for Wales.
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EU Proposals for Reducing Tyre Noise and Carbon Emissions / 7 Jan 2009 / News
Government Consultation published.
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Noise Complaints Figures for Northern Ireland Published / 6 Jan 2009 / News
New report shows 2% decrease since previous year, but 39% increase since 2004
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Tips for a Cleaner, Quieter, Healthier New Year / 17 Dec 2008 / News
Help us work towards a cleaner, quieter, healthier 2009
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Hilary Benn to Address Local Environmental Quality Conference / 15 Dec 2008 / Press release
Environment Minister supports protection of local environment around Heathrow.
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Committee on Climate Change Sets the Bar for 2020 / 10 Dec 2008 / News
Committee sets out how to meet first carbon budgets set by Climate Change Act.
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Reducing Transport Emissions / 9 Dec 2008 / News
Campaign for Better Transport set out how to reduce transport emissions.
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Climate Change Bill for Scotland / 5 Dec 2008 / News
Scottish Climate Change Bill introduced to parliament.
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Call for Clarity on Airport Noise Action Plan Guidance / 4 Dec 2008 / Press release
Call for clarification as decision on Heathrow third runway due in January.
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Europe to Exceed Air Pollution Limits / 2 Dec 2008 / News
European Environment Agency publish report on National Emissions Ceiling.
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Noise, Odour, Dust – Are we Planning for Local Pollution? / 26 Nov 2008 / Press release
Concern as Planning Act receives royal assent.
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Reducing Road Traffic Noise – Scientists Support Quieter Tyres / 26 Nov 2008 / Press release
Concern over EU Parliament-backed report supporting weakened tyre standards.
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Contaminated Land Capital Projects Programme Window Open / 24 Nov 2008 / Press release
The application window for 2009/10 grants programme is now open.
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Air Passenger Duty to Continue / 24 Nov 2008 / News
Government publish their response to consultation.
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New Air Pollution and Health Advice Website / 20 Nov 2008 / News
New website provides information on air pollution in Europe.
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Wind Turbines, Trucks and Train Announcements: Managing Noise for a Healthy Environment / 18 Nov 2008 / Press release
Event to highlight links between transport noise and health risks.
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Will Tyre Regulation put the Brakes on CO2 and Noise? / 12 Nov 2008 / Press release
Concerns over attempts to water down proposed legislation tyre regulation.
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CLEA Update / 11 Nov 2008 / News
New report from the Environment Agency.
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Green Standards for Eco-towns - Consultation / 4 Nov 2008 / News
Government publishes second round of consultations on eco-towns.
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Welsh Noise Action Planning / 4 Nov 2008 / News
Consultation on noise action plans for Wales published
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Environmental Audit Committee Report on Greener Homes / 28 Oct 2008 / News
Report makes recommendations for Government housebuilding plans
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Scottish Climate Change Bill / 27 Oct 2008 / News
Scottish Government publish response to consultation on
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Health Warning to Guerrilla Gardeners? / 24 Oct 2008 / Press release
Warning about planting edible crops on potentially contaminated urban land.
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Remember, Remember – Don't Let Pollution Rocket! / 24 Oct 2008 / Press release
Firework celebrations are igniting across the UK, with Diwali and bonfire night approaching.
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European Union Committee Report on Renewable Energy Target / 24 Oct 2008 / News
Concerns over meeting 2020 target
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Launch of Ecological Risk Assessment Framework for Contaminants in Soil / 15 Oct 2008 / News
Environment Agency launch framework for ecological risk assessment for contaminants in soil.
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Unprecedented Alliance Forms Against Planning Bill Licence to Pollute / 14 Oct 2008 / Press release
Call for removal of Clause 151 of the Planning Bill.
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New Travel Calculator to Encourage Kids to Walk to School / 7 Oct 2008 / Press release
Our new Travel Buster is launched today - an online teaching resource for pupils key stage 2.
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Rushlight Awards / 3 Oct 2008 / News
Call for entries by 31st October.
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Contaminated Land – Where are we at? / 3 Oct 2008 / News
Meeting with Defra on progress with land quality policy
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Noise Levels Used to Assess Health Impacts of Airports Too High? / 4 Sep 2008 / Press release
Defra publish consultation on noise action planning for airport operators.
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Biomethane Trials Hit the Road / 3 Sep 2008 / News
Two trials of biomethane-powered vehicles began over the summer.
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Insect & Light Nuisances in Scotland / 28 Aug 2008 / News
People in Scotland will have protection against nuisance from insects and light.
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Revised CLEA Guidance Published / 15 Aug 2008 / News
The Environment Agency has published revised CLEA technical guidance.
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Planning for Local Problems? Nuisance Immunity Proposed for Major Utilities / 12 Aug 2008 / Press release
Amendment to Planning Bill removes protection against local impacts of major developments.
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DEFRA Consult on the Air Quality Experts Group / 11 Aug 2008 / News
DEFRA is inviting input to their reviewof AQEG via an online survey.
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New Biomethane for Transport Website / 11 Aug 2008 / News
Environmental Protection UK has launched a new website for the Biomethane for Transport group.
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Micro Wind Turbines – 'micro'generation / 7 Aug 2008 / News
The proposal for permitted development for micro wind turbines has proved a major source of contention.
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Draft UK Renewable Energy Strategy Launched / 4 Aug 2008 / News
July saw the launch of the draft UK Renewable Energy Strategy – the Government's response to the EU Renewable Energy Targets.
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Defra Outline the Way Forward for Air Quality Derogations / 1 Aug 2008 / News
Defra have outlined how they intend to take forward plans to apply for extensions (derogations) to particulates and nitrogen dioxide limit deadlines.
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Reassurance for Contaminated Land Regulators? / 29 Jul 2008 / Press release
Defra have published guidance on the legal definition of contaminated land.
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DEFRA Lay Down the Way Forward for Contaminated Land / 23 Jul 2008 / Press release
Defra have announced their plans for improving contaminated land guidance.
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Gallagher Report Strengthens Case for Biomethane as a Transport Fuel / 15 Jul 2008 / News
Report says biomethane has the lowest CO2 emissions of any transport fuel.
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Biomethane for Transport Questionnaire / 14 Jul 2008 / News
Tell us your views on new facilities for the Biomethane for Transport Forum.
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EU Sets Deadline for PM10 Derogations / 9 Jul 2008 / News
The EU has set a deadline of 31st October to extend PM10 deadlines.
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Leading NGOs call for Full Government Compliance with Air Quality Laws / 16 Jun 2008 / Press release
Letter to the Prime Minister, urging compliance with Air Quality Directive.
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First Steps Towards a Quieter Wales / 13 Jun 2008 / Press release
Noise Maps for Wales have been published today, along with draft noise action planning guidance.
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Land Quality Survey Highlights Need for More Training / 12 Jun 2008 / Press release
Less than 50% of land quality practitioners feel they have the necessary skills.
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Pledge to Act on Brownfield Skills / 11 Jun 2008 / Press release
We support the proposed Brownfield Skills Strategy and pledge to assist in its implementation.
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New EU Air Quality Directive Now in Force / 11 Jun 2008 / News
The new Directive formally entered into force on the 11th June.
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Share a Ride to Work and Help Clean Up Our Cities / 9 Jun 2008 / Press release
Support National Liftshare Day - 9th June 2008.
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HPA Contaminated Land Clarification Note Causes Confusion / 9 Jun 2008 / News
HPA's clarification note released earlier this year caused confusion amongst practitioners.
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Improving Health and the Local Environment / 4 Jun 2008 / Press release
To celebrate World Environment Day, we have launched our Green Leaf Campaign.
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New Strategy For Children's Health and Exposure to Pollution / 1 Jun 2008 / News
HPA have issued a consultation on Children's Environment and Health Strategy for the UK.
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Concerns Over Implementation of Environmental Liability Directive / 26 May 2008 / News
The Environmental Liability Directive is due to be transposed by December of this year - read our response to the recent consultation on the Environmental Damage Regulations.
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Noise Action Week Survey Highlights Annoying Street Sounds / 19 May 2008 / Press release
Cars and motorbikes are causing the most noise disturbance in Great Britain.
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First Steps Towards Quieter Cities / 16 May 2008 / Press release
Defra have today published the first strategic noise maps for England.
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Code of Practice on Waste welcomed / 15 May 2008 / News
In our response to the consultation on the draft voluntary Code of Practice (CoP) on waste, we have commended the proposals of the CoP for its promotion of greater sustainability by reducing waste through a suitable for use approach, and for reducing the uncertainty of current waste law.
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Improvements to Land Quality Guidance Expected 'Soon' / 12 May 2008 / Press release
Contaminated Land professionals will meet this week, at a crucial time in Land policy.
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National Noise Policy - Seeking a Sound Statement from Government / 7 May 2008 / Press release
Our letter to Jonathan Shaw MP calling for a timescale on the Noise Strategy.
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UK Health Effects of Climate Change Revised / 1 May 2008 / News
New report published by the Department of Health on the health effects of climate change.
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Promoting Quieter Healthier Neighbourhoods / 25 Apr 2008 / Press release
Find out what's happening across the UK for Noise Action Week.
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Aviation Continues to Fly in it's Own Bubble / 23 Apr 2008 / Press release
Aviation Duty should encourage travellers to use low emission surface transport.
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Running for a Cleaner, Quieter, Healthier World / 22 Apr 2008 / News
This weekend our Chief Executive will be running the Rotary Shakespeare Marathon to raise awareness of air pollution and noise issues.
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Health Effects of Climate Change in the UK Revised / 10 Apr 2008 / News
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Go-Ahead for Microgeneration / 7 Apr 2008 / News
From 6th April, most microgeneration technologies can be installed for dwellings without planning permission, providing "there is no clear impact on others".
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Noise Action Week 19-23 May 2008: Promoting Quieter, Healthier Neighbourhoods / 27 Mar 2008 / Press release
Find out about this year's campaign and what's happening across the country.
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Biomass Can Make a Valuable Contribution to Urban CO2 Emission Reductions / 26 Mar 2008 / Press release
Joint statement from Environmental Protection UK and the Renewable Energy Association.
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Budget 2008 – 2p Or Not 2p is Really Not the Question / 12 Mar 2008 / News
Today the Chancellor Alistair Darling announced that the planned 2 pence per litre rise in fuel duty would be delayed by 6 months to October 2008, leading to criticism of the Government's green credentials.
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Evidence Mounts on the Costs of Deadly Noise / 28 Feb 2008 / Press release
Concern at yet another report linking transport noise to serious health impacts.
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Pubs Risk Penalties for Night Time Noise / 28 Feb 2008 / Press release
New powers to tackle excessive noise at night from licensed premises.
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A Cleaner, Quieter, Healthier Heathrow? / 27 Feb 2008 / Press release
Plans for Heathrow Airport expansion as incompatible with our vision of a cleaner, quieter, healthier world.
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Scotland Plan Action for Quieter Cities / 18 Feb 2008 / Press release
With increasing evidence that traffic noise in cities is harming our health, Scottish noise experts will be on hand this Wednesday afternoon to hear about work towards quieter cities. As the first UK administration to publish noise maps, required under the European Environmental Noise Directive, Scotland are making good progress in preparing noise action plans. These are required by July 2008 for the cities of Edinburgh and Glasgow; for Glasgow, Edinburgh, Aberdeen and Prestwick Airports and for major road and rail routes.
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Health and Heathrow - Ministers Must Review Research on Aviation Noise and Health / 13 Feb 2008 / Press release
With the publication this week of yet another report highlighting the impact of aviation noise on health, Environmental Protection UK have today written to the Environment, Health and Transport Ministers urging Government to prioritise a review of research, including the ANASE report.
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A Warm Welcome for the London Low Emission Zone / 28 Jan 2008 / Press release
Environmental Protection UK will be celebrating on Monday 4th February as the London Low Emission Zone comes into operation.
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Preventing Light Blight / 22 Jan 2008 / Press release
Environmental Protection UK welcome the recent announcement that the Royal Commission on Environmental Pollution are to carry out a short study, investigating the impacts of artificial light on the environment and implications for human health. Our increasingly 24 hour economy calls for more lighting for longer – for amenity, safety, decoration and entertainment. However, excessive or misdirected light can cause disturbance and annoyance and waste energy.
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Uncertain Future for Soil Framework Directive / 14 Jan 2008 / News
The future of the Soil Framework Directive remains uncertain, following the decision by five member states, including the UK, to block revised proposals at the EU Environment Council vote in December. Environmental Protection UK urge the UK Government to continue with their efforts to reach agreement on how to best implement the Directive.
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A Cleaner, Quieter Britain Will be a Healthier One / 10 Jan 2008 / Press release
On 7th January Gordon Brown announced plans for preventative healthcare for NHS patients in England, with people to be offered screening for early signs of heart disease, stroke and kidney disease. Environmental Protection UK applaud this move, but would like to remind the Prime Minister that a healthier environment can help prevent people from becoming sick in the first place.
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Heathrow Highlights Need for Robust Noise Impact Research / 9 Jan 2008 / Press release
As we move towards the first noise action plans, to be drawn up for July, Environmental Protection UK will be urging Government that any decisions on air transport infrastructure should take full account of EU noise policy objectives to reduce exposure to high levels of transport noise.
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Brownfield Skills and Training / 8 Jan 2008 / News
Environmental Protection UK recently responded to English Partnerships' scoping study consultation for producing a Brownfield Skills Strategy, and expressed our support for the proposal for a review of skills and training.
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Environmental Protection UK Launch New Website / 18 Dec 2007 / Press release
Environmental Protection UK (formerly NSCA) have launched a new website. Visitors to the new site can enter our online competition to win a folding bike.
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EU Directive Will Not Produce Healthier Air for the UK / 12 Dec 2007 / Press release
Environmental Protection UK believe that the new EU Air Quality Directive approved last night will do little to provide cleaner, healthier air for the United Kingdom.
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Concerns Over Contaminated Land Policy / 6 Nov 2007 / Press release
Environmental Protection UK and the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH) have issued a joint letter to Jonathan Shaw MP, expressing concerns over the recent transfer of Defra's Contaminated Land Policy Branch. It has been moved away from the Local Environmental Protection Division to the Environmental Land Management Division. We are concerned at the timing of this move and potential impacts on important work the Branch is currently undertaking.
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Government Plans for Cleaner Environment / 1 Nov 2007 / News
Environmental Protection UK were pleased to hear that one of the Government's aspirations in this Parliamentary session, as set out in the Queens Speech, is for a 'cleaner environment' – but whether it will be a quieter and healthier one too is not so apparent.
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Climate Change Bill Launched / 31 Oct 2007 / News
The Climate Change Bill Command Paper 'Taking Forward the UK Climate Change Bill' was launched on 29th October. The Bill will be the world's first legally binding framework for reducing domestic carbon emissions. The Bill's broad aims were widely supported during the consultation phase, and include the setting of a mandatory CO2 reduction target, the establishment of an independent commission to advise government and greater powers to spread the use of carbon trading.
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Remember, Remember: Don't Spark off Pollution / 29 Oct 2007 / Press release
The coming days will see fire and firework celebrations igniting across the country. Environmental Protection UK are reminding organisers of bonfire and firework events – whether it be a family garden party or large community or commercial event – take care to minimise the impact of fires and fireworks.
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Tyred of Transport Noise? / 25 Oct 2007 / Press release
Traffic noise is increasing in our cities - disrupting sleep and harming the health of a third of Europeans. As the health and economic costs of noise become increasing clear, Environmental protection UK are calling for the introduction of quieter tyres and tyre labelling.
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NSCA Become Environmental Protection UK / 18 Oct 2007 / Press release
The UK's longest established environmental organisation relaunches at the House of Lords on October 18th. Set up in 1898 with the goal of abating city smoke, we have worked for over a century, most recently as NSCA, to reduce environmental pollution.
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Towards Quieter Cities - Noise Update 2007 / 9 Oct 2007 / Press release
This is a crucial time in the development of noise management. Noise management professionals from across the UK are gathering in Birmingham tomorrow for NSCA's annual Noise Update conference, to discuss the latest practical and policy measures for managing city noise – from people, entertainment and traffic:
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Concerns Over Proposed Soil Framework Directive / 25 Sep 2007 / Press release
NSCA's Land Quality Committee has expressed concerns over the proposals for the new EU Soil Framework Directive. Whilst we welcome the proposal for a Directive that is aimed at protecting and restoring soil, the proposals set out are too prescriptive – member states should be allowed to retain their existing national approaches to identifying contaminated sites, and a common set of EU standards should be developed which allow for local variations.
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More Noise and Health Research Needed / 13 Sep 2007 / Press release
Leading UK NGOs working for a quieter, healthier world have urged the health minister to support the continuation of World Health Organisation research on the impacts of noise. In a letter to Dawn Primarolo, Minister of State for Public Health, NSCA, the UK Noise Association and the Noise Abatement Society have expressed concern that WHO funding for noise research is due to run out in 2008.
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Highways Agency Miss Noise Mitigation Target / 1 Aug 2007 / Press release
NSCA is disappointed, that, with the first noise action plans due to be implemented for our major cities next summer, there is a continuing failure to meet targets for the lower noise resurfacing of roads. The latest Highways Agency Annual Report, states that a target to treat at least 110 lane kms of concrete road surface with lower noise surfacing 2006 - 07 has not been met. A programme for low noise surfacing was promised in the 10 year Transport Plan in 2000, but targets have repeatedly been missed.
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Two and a Half Cheers for the New Air Quality Strategy / 25 Jul 2007 / Press release
NSCA has given a largely warm welcome to the new Air Quality Strategy for England, Scotland, Wales & Northern Ireland, released last week after considerable delay.
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Domestic Wind Power set to Wind up Neighbours? / 11 Jul 2007 / Press release
emissions and help combat climate change. However, NSCA are concerned that the rush to reduce global emissions could create nuisance in neighbourhoods, as potential impacts of vibration, noise and flicker from micro wind turbines have not been adequately assessed.
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Clean Air But More Noise? / 30 Jun 2007 / Press release
As England gears up for the smoking ban, NSCA,is urging smokers to keep it down. While welcoming the move to clean indoor air, we want to ensure this is not at the expense of noisier streets.
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National Action to Calm Noisy Neighbourhoods / 21 May 2007 / Press release
Neighbour noise complaints are at their highest ever levels. As summer approaches, windows open, more people are outdoors, noise levels rise, and this year the smoking ban will mean even more socialising on the street.
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A Million Move to Escape Neighbour Noise / 19 May 2007 / Press release
According to a new Ipsos MORI survey, 2% of people say they have moved house to escape noisy neighbours. The report also found that noise from cars and motorbikes is now the most common cause of annoyance in our neighbourhoods.
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Certificate in Pollution Prevention and Control Launched / 25 Apr 2007 / Press release
The Certificate in Pollution Prevention and Control which is being launched today has been developed by a working group of the Industrial Pollution Liaison Committee, chaired by Defra. It will provide those involved in Industrial Pollution Prevention and Control (IPPC) with a working knowledge of current legislative requirements and inspection techniques.
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Tackling Noisy Neighbours / 23 Apr 2007 / Press release
With neighbour noise complaints at their highest level ever across the UK, next month local authorities, housing providers, and mediation services are encouraging everyone to consider the noise they make, and promoting practical solutions and services available to tackle noisemakers.
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NSCA Backs London Taxi Emissions Strategy / 10 Apr 2007 / Press release
As a strong supporter of action to improve urban air quality NSCA would like to back up the Mayor of London's rebuttal to recent attacks on his Taxi Emission strategy.
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Rogers Review Rates Air But Neglects Noise / 4 Apr 2007 / Press release
NSCA welcomes the prioritisation of reducing air pollution in the recently published Rogers Review, which aims to set national priorities for regulatory enforcement at a local level that will protect the health of citizens and business prosperity. Priority status will spur greater action from Local Authorities to improve air quality for their residents.
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Sussex Vegetation at Risk from Ozone / 7 Mar 2007 / Press release
Crops and vegetation throughout Sussex experience unhealthy and potentially damaging concentrations of ozone pollution, the Anglo/French 'Air Rives Manche – Ozone (ARMO)' project has found. This, and other results, will be presented at a conference in Brighton on Friday, 16th March 2007.
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Noise Neglected in 'The Urban Environment' / 7 Mar 2007 / Press release
According to a major new report on the urban environment, noise "is a problem for one in three households in the UK and has a major impact on the well being of one in a hundred people'. Despite this, it remains 'outside the thrust' of The Urban Environment, published by the Royal Commission on Environmental Pollution yesterday
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Quiet Areas, Quiet Pubs, Less Traffic Noise? / 5 Mar 2007 / Press release
2007 promises to be crucial for determining how noise, for too long the 'Cinderella pollutant' is managed for years to come. Noise affects all of us, and next month Noise Officers and experts from across the UK come together at NSCA's annual workshop to discuss how the noise we all hear is managed now and in the future.
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Promoting Peaceful Neighbourhoods / 2 Mar 2007 / Press release
Noise can be a problem for all of us – at home, work, study, and during leisure time – and, even with more laws to manage noise, noise complaints across the UK are at their highest ever levels. Every year NSCA coordinate Noise Action Week, which gives local authorities, housing providers, mediation services and all involved in managing noise the opportunity to raise awareness of the impacts of excessive noise, promote practical solutions and services available to tackle noisemakers.
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The Way Forward for Soil Guideline Values / 26 Feb 2007 / Press release
NSCA's Land Quality Committee have highlighted the need for a fast action to implement Defra's proposed improvements to SGVs and the need for additional resources.
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Targets to Tackle City Noise / 2 Feb 2007 / Press release
With new research highlighting the increasing cacophony we are exposed to every day on urban streets, NSCA, the environmental protection charity representing noise management professionals, are working to support the development of action plans , which aim to manage exposure to noise from traffic in towns.
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Continued Action on Air Quality Needed / 24 Jan 2007 / Press release
Recently released figures from the Department for Environment, Food And Rural Affairs indicate that levels of air pollution increased during 2006, reversing a general pattern of decline.
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Climate Change, Is Technology the Answer? / 22 Jan 2007 / Press release
'Can science and technology provide the solutions to climate change?', is the question delegates will be pondering at a conference in Bristol this Thursday (25th January)organised by the South West division of the NSCA in partnership with the University of the West of England's Air Quality Management Resource Centre.
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Preventing Night Blight / 19 Jan 2007 / Press release
Our increasingly 24 hour economy calls for more lighting for longer - for amenity, safety, decoration and entertainment. However, excessive or misdirected light impacts on local environmental quality and the wider environment. Since the inclusion of light in nuisance legislation, NSCA has experienced increasing enquiries from local authorities and the public concerned about lighting, and this conference brings together the professionals with the expertise to address these concerns.
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New Approaches to Managing Neighbour Noise / 18 Dec 2006 / Press release
Publication of the Governments' new Code for Sustainable Homes, setting out a number of standards and measures aimed at encouraging housing developers to reduce the environmental impact and improve the quality of new homes, is welcomed by NSCA.
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Pre Budget Report Mixed Bag for Air Quality / 7 Dec 2006 / Press release
The National Society for Clean Air and Environmental Protection (NSCA) believe Wednesday's Pre-Budget Report is likely to prove a mixed bag for air quality, with encouragement for cleaner technologies outweighed by weak action to curb demand for road and air transportation.
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London Guidance for Air Pollution from Construction / 20 Nov 2006 / Press release
The NSCA welcomes the leadership of the London Mayor and London Councils in producing Best Practice Guidance Notes to Control Dust and Emissions from Construction and Demolition sites. We are also pleased that the PRECIS forum, which NSCA supports, has been able to assist with input to the Notes.
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NSCA Urge Stronger Action on Climate Change / 2 Nov 2006 / Press release
NSCA welcomes the conclusions of the Stern Review, which has called for urgent international action to tackle climate change. The Review was the largest ever carried out on the economics of climate change and the report states that stronger international policies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions are needed as soon as possible, in order to avoid high economic costs, as well as irreversible damage to the environment.
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Don't let Emissions Rocket / 1 Nov 2006 / Press release
This bonfire weekend will see fire and firework celebrations across the country. NSCA is calling on organisers of all bonfire events - whether it be a family garden party or large community or commercial event, to take care to minimise the pollution impacts of fires and fireworks.
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Air Quality and Development Control Guidance / 1 Nov 2006 / Press release
At our annual Air Quality Update Seminar at the NEC, Birmingham on November 7th, NSCA launch a new edition of our essential guidance - Development Control: Planning for Air Quality. This latest manual, compiled by NSCA with principal support from Air Quality Consultants Ltd, takes account of recently published advice and includes examples of experience in Air Quality Management in practice from local authorities and consultants, in terms of working practices, planning decisions and public inquiries. It is the essential manual for all those working to improve air quality.
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NSCA Help Reduce Noise at Home / 4 Oct 2006 / Press release
Noise at home can affect the quality of life of all of us. According to research, about half of people in England hear noise from their neighbours. For about one in five, noise can be a problem, and around half of those who hear noise are annoyed by it. However, many do not realise that there are simple, practical solutions to most domestic noise problems.
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Environmental Noise Regs - Missed Opportunity? / 3 Oct 2006 / Press release
While NSCA welcomes the long awaited introduction of regulations to enforce EU requirements for managing environmental noise, which came into force on October 1st, we reiterate some major concerns expressed in our response to the consultation
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