Category Archives: Europe

‘It is so scary’: how the UK’s filthy air is sending children to A&E

Posted on February 6, 2019 by Respro® UK Ltd

Young patients with respiratory problems are a regular sight for doctors due to air pollution crisis Parents ‘worryingly unaware’ of damage from air pollution Sixteen-month-old Madalena grins and throws her flashing ball across the consulting room, oblivious to the conversation … Continue reading →

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Air quality on Scotland’s most polluted street grew worse in the past year

Posted on January 28, 2019 by Respro® UK Ltd

Air quality on Scotland’s most polluted street grew worse in the past year, according to new analysis from environmentalists. The latest data on air pollution analysed by Friends of the Earth Scotland has revealed an increase in air pollution levels … Continue reading →

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Air Pollution Forces School Closures Across Macedonia

Posted on January 21, 2019 by Respro® UK Ltd

Macedonia’s government has ordered the winter break for students to be extended to January 23 because of extremely high levels of air pollution in many cities across the country. The government said in a statement on January 20 that the … Continue reading →

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Cyclists ‘exposed to less air pollution than drivers’ on busy routes

Posted on December 17, 2018 by Respro® UK Ltd

Study shows people in cars and buses spend longer in toxic air, as do walkers on main roads Cyclists are the least exposed to air pollution on daily commutes into a congested city centre, research has shown. People in cars … Continue reading →

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Moorland fires had ‘shocking air quality impact’

Posted on December 17, 2018 by Respro® UK Ltd

The wildfires at Saddleworth Moor and Winter Hill are likely to have had a “shocking impact” on air quality, according to a new study. The devastating blazes were battled by hundreds of firefighters and soldiers in June and July. Researchers … Continue reading →

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Air pollution: Madrid bans old cars to reduce emissions

Posted on December 1, 2018 by Respro® UK Ltd

Spanish authorities have introduced new driving restrictions in the centre of the country’s capital, Madrid, aimed at reducing air pollution by up to 40%. The tough measures mean motorists will have to test their vehicles’ emissions, with the oldest and … Continue reading →

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Pollutionwatch: fireworks increase UK air pollution for several days

Posted on November 9, 2018 by Respro® UK Ltd

Guy Fawkes events caused five days of particle pollution problems, reaching maximum levels in several locations This year, Guy Fawkes events caused five days of particle pollution problems. Fireworks caused increased air pollution on Friday and Saturday evening across the … Continue reading →

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Moor Lane: London’s first low-emission street

Posted on November 1, 2018 by Respro® UK Ltd

City of London authorities unveil first public details of plan to make city centre street a hub for clean air Moor Lane, tucked behind Moorgate tube station in central London, is a narrow city street lined with glass and concrete. … Continue reading →

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