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Armagh City , Banbridge & Craigavon (ABC) Borough Council has been monitoring air quality in 28 designated areas prone to air pollution since 2018, known as ‘Air Quality Management Areas’. Nearly all have seen a marked decrease in the concentration of pollutants between 2018 and 2022 – more recent data hasn’t been released yet. Advertisement Advertisement Did you know with an ad-lite subscription to NorthernIrelandWorld, you get 70% fewer ads while viewing the news that matters to you.

The relevant item agenda, circulated at the June 4 meeting, states: “The vast majority of areas within this borough have excellent air quality. “A few areas are impacted by traffic congestion and tailpipe emissions that result in higher concentrations of pollutants. “As a result, the council declared and still maintain a statutory ‘Air Quality Management Area’ across the borough, resulting in ongoing work to focus upon and improve air quality.



“The council reports annually to DAERA in relation to air quality within the borough. Advertisement Advertisement “Furthermore, the council has an agreed Air Quality Action Plan to continue to improve local air quality. “Nitrogen dioxide gas measured at roadside locations throughout the borough is mainly due to emissions from cars, HGVs, and other fossil-fuel powered vehicles.

“Nitrogen dioxide is harmful to health and is associated with reduced life expectancy (...

) as it interferes with the lungs and respiratory system. “Ther.

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