Growing public support for safer streets and 20mph limits
Polling reveals that speed limits of 20mph are growing in popularity with the Scottish public.
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Parliamentary Committee calls for improvements to Transport Bill
MSPs identity urgent need to tackle air pollution & call for greater support for Councils.
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Stirling University to halt investment in fossil fuel polluters
Stirling University becomes the 9th organisation in Scotland to divest from fossil fuels, citing climate concerns by students.
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Microplastic pollution widespread in British lakes and rivers – new study
Plastic pollution found in several British waterways leads to calls for better monitoring.
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Bus companies ignore fund set up to help them reduce air pollution
£8milion Scottish Government fund to reduce air pollution from buses is being ignored by major bus firms.
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Reaction to Ineos’ fossil-fuelled announcement
Ineos’ announcement will prolong our dependence on fossil fuels and risks increasing plastic pollution levels.
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Scottish transport statistics show cars increase again, whilst bus numbers fall
Official statistics show cars are dominating our transport system at the expense of accessibility, public health and climate.
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Air pollution episode spreading across Scotland – vulnerable people at risk
Official forecast is moderate-to-high pollution levels across Scotland, with health advice for vulnerable groups.
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Reaction to Edinburgh Council’s ambitious transport plans
New transport plans could be a great step forward in fight against air pollution in Edinburgh.
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