Environment

Electric vehicles ARE cleaner than petrol cars, report claims

Researchers at the universities of Exeter, Nijmegen and Cambridge conclude that electric vehicles are cleaner than their petrol equivalents.

September launch for the Leeds Clean Air Zone

The Leeds Clean Air Zone (CAZ) will come into operation on 28 September 2020. Non-complaint vehicles will be charged up to £50 per day to enter the zone.

Have your say on the proposed petrol and diesel ban

Fight the ban? The government is inviting people to give their opinions on ending the sale of new petrol, diesel and hybrid cars and vans in 2035.

Are roundabouts good for your health?

A new study finds that roundabouts are good for urban air quality. It's why Milton Keynes is a healthier place to live than neighbouring Luton.

Hand car washing industry branded a ‘national disgrace’

‘Specific action' is required to tackle the serious social and environment issues within the hand car washing industry, says the government.

Dirty vehicles to be banned from Geneva

From 15 January 2020, the highest polluting vehicles will be banned from entering Geneva during periods of peak pollution.

Extinction Rebellion uses dirty diesel for climate change protest

Painting the town red: Extinction Rebellion used a Dennis Sabre fire engine with an 8.3-litre diesel engine to protest against climate change.

Ban regular car sales by 2035 or face ‘dire consequences’, says report

The government must bring forward the date of its proposed ban on the sale of new 'conventional' cars and vans to 2035 at latest, says clean growth report.