Agenda item

Report of the Director of Markets and Consumer Protection.

 Members received a report of the Director of Markets and Consumer Protection in respect of the 2019-24 Air Quality Strategy, which was being presented to the Port Health and Environmental Services Committee, for decision, on 23rd July 2019.

In response to a challenge as to whether the Strategy might lack ambition, Members noted that over 75% of PM10 and PM2.5 particle pollution, measured in the City of London, originated from outside the City of London boundary, as did approximately 40% of NO2.  The City Corporation aims to meet safe nitrogen dioxide limits in 90% of the Square Mile.  Despite these challenges, Members commended a thorough and objective Strategy which had been very well received by the GLA.

RESOLVED, that:

1.         The content of the Air Quality Strategy for 2019-24 be noted.

2.         The Committee continue to provide support for improving air quality and reducing the impact of poor air quality on public health.