Cardiff awarded £21m for air quality improvements

Cardiff Council has been awarded £21 million to implement a series of measures to implement clean air proposals.

Significant reduction recorded in Newcastle’s in carbon footprint

A new report has shown that Newcastle City Council has reduced its carbon footprint by 13 per cent over the last financial year.

West Midlands reports on next climate change steps

The West Midlands Combined Authority has released its report on tackling climate change across the region.

Newcastle councillors backs clean air toll plan

Plans for a clean air toll in Newcastle City Centre have been backed by Newcastle City Council.

National Trust pledges 20m new trees in next decade

The National Trust has announced a series of new initiatives to tackle climate change, including planting 20 million new trees.

Lincolnshire targets flood works in budget plans

Lincolnshire County Council is set to invest additional money in highways maintenance and flooding as part of its budget next year.

Oxford to install new water fountains in city parks

Oxford City Council is installing new drinking fountains in three of the city’s parks, as part of the authority’s support for cutting plastic waste.

A greener Cambridge central to 2020 budget plans

Cambridge City Council’s budget for 2020-21 is pledging action on climate change, biodiversity and the environment.

Final drafts published for first city centre Zero Emission Zone

Oxford City Council and Oxfordshire County Council have published final draft proposals for its Zero Emission Zone.

New build homes to be more efficient from 2024

New regulations will be developed to ensure all new homes built in Scotland will use renewable or low carbon heating from 2024.

Fly-tipping offences soar by 50 per cent

Tougher sentences are needed to deter fly-tipping, with latest figures showing that the issue costs councils £58 million a year to clear up.

Wales pledges further funding for cleaner transport

Investing in low emission vehicles and creating a more resilient transport system are to receive Welsh Government funding.

Cornwall launches the Forest for Cornwall project

Cornwall Council has launched its ambitious climate emergency project the Forest for Cornwall, drawing high praise from the Woodland Trust.

NHS winter crisis worsened by air pollution

175 doctors have written to Boris Johnson warning of public health crisis as hospitals overcrowd with air quality-caused illnesses.

Birmingham joins Partnership for Health Cities

Birmingham City Council has joined the Partnership for Healthy Cities in a bid to increase safe and active mobility for all citizens.

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