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About Respro® UK Ltd

Respro® Masks: Cycle masks, motorcycle masks and allergy masks. External wear for internal protection.

The UK’s deadly air pollution can be cured: here’s how 

Pollution levels in the UK are soaring. Last year, a committee of MPs in the UK described the state of the air that we breathe as a public health emergency. London mayor Sadiq Khan has a budget of £875m to … Continue reading →

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Rain hope after fog sends pollution soaring 

As fog engulfed the city on Wednesday, air pollution shot up to ‘unhealthy level’ — making it the most polluted day of the week so far. Met office has predicted light showers on Thursday, which could make the situation a … Continue reading →

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More than half Chinese cities plagued by air pollution 

Beijing: More than 330 Chinese cities monitored by the government, especially capital Beijing and in northern China, reported air pollution despite claims by officials to cut down use of coal and regulating polluting factories. Nearly 58 per cent of Chinese … Continue reading →

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Luxembourg and much of Europe choke under freezing smog

Heavy pollution enveloping much of Europe prompted emergency measures across the continent on Tuesday. A toxic cocktail of extreme cold, no wind and heavy burning of coal and wood for heating has left many regions shrouded in smog. In many … Continue reading →

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Jakarta unmoved by worsening air quality 

More and more Jakartans are using face masks on public transportation and motorcycles and while walking on the streets. Just like in many other cities of developing countries, people in Jakarta are being exposed to worsening air quality. But the … Continue reading →

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Sadiq Khan vows help to cut toxic air at 50 most polluted schools in London 

The 50 most polluted primary schools in London are to get toxic air audits to help them dramatically cut pupils’ exposure to filthy fumes. Announcing extra help for them to bring in anti-pollution measures, Sadiq Khan branded the air quality around schools … Continue reading →

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Paris rolls out color-code stickers for cars to curb pollution 

The French capital on Monday launched a new color-coded sticker scheme to restrict car use in its latest attempt to curb air pollution many Parisians blame for coughing fits, eye irritation and runny noses. The “Crit’Air” system bans all diesel-fueled … Continue reading →

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‘Filthy air’ prompts ‘very high’ pollution alert for London 

A “very high” air pollution alert has been issued by the Mayor of London for the first time. Warnings are being issued at bus stops, roadside signs and Tube stations under a new alert system set up by Sadiq Khan. … Continue reading →

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