What best available techniques are, when you must follow them, how to propose alternatives and how to refer to them in your application.

Local air quality management (LAQM) is the framework local authorities must follow to protect against air pollution in their area.

A landmark new study has linked London’s ultra-low-emissions zones to improved lung function in children

Children's lung capacity caught up with their peers in less polluted areas once a clean air zone came in, a study shows.

Critics said I was attacking motorists. It’s more important for me that the city’s children are no longer breathing dangerous levels of pollution, says London mayor Sadiq Khan

Researchers find capacity stunted by pollution was restored after introduction of ultra-low emission zone Children’s lungs grew bigger and stronger after the most polluting vehicles were restricted from entering London, a study has found. Examinations of London schoolchildren before and after the introduction of the city’s ultra-low emission zone (Ulez) found a restoration of lung capacity that had been stunted by exposure to pollution. Continue reading...

Experts say putrid stench shows overhaul of sewers is needed – like the one prompted by the Great Stink of 1858

Experts say putrid stench shows overhaul of sewers is needed – like the one prompted by the Great Stink of 1858

Wildfires can have significant impacts on air quality, as wildfire smoke contains a mixture of hazardous air pollutants.

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This project tested and quantified methane emissions from domestic boilers in the UK.

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Head, Climate Action and Clean Air MARINE ENVIRONMENT DIVISION Classification Grade: P.5 Vacancy Announcement: V.N. 26-11 Admin Number: ADMIN/26/29 Post Number: 50002911 Date of Issue: 08/05/2026 ...

Sir David Attenborough has released an audio message thanking the public for the flood of goodwill messages sent in the run-up to his 100th birthday. The veteran broadcaster said he had expected to celebrate quietly, but expressed gratitude for the well-wishes he had received. Attenborough, who was born on 8 May 1926, joined the BBC in 1952 and went on to become one of the world's most respected and influential wildlife presenters * Tiny parasitic wasp named after David Attenborough for his 100th birthday Continue reading...