Ipswich Borough Council asks public's opinion on air quality

The council is seeking the publics views on proposals to revoke one its Air Quality Management Area (AQMA) due to falling levels of pollution. 

The four AQMAs in the town (Image: Ipswich Borough Council) There are currently four AQMAs in the town which were initially declared as a result of high levels of nitrogen dioxide which is mainly produced by cars. 

The council is now in a position to revoke one of these areas, which encompasses the land in and around the junction of Norwich Road, Chevallier Street and Velley Road, extending up to the junction with Providence Lane. 

John Cook has championed Ipswich Borough Council's efforts to reduce pollution (Image: Ipswich Labour Party) Councillor John Cook, portfolio holder for communities and sport at Ipswich Borough Council, said: “We’re pleased that levels of air pollution across the town are steadily improving.

“My belief is that post-Covid changes to commuting patterns and the move to electric vehicles - in which the council has led the way - have helped reduce pollutants."

The closing date for consultations is Sunday, October 27 and further details can be found on the council website.