Solihull Council’s updated Air Quality Strategy, which outlines the steps that will be taken over the next four years to improve air quality across the borough, has been fully approved.
The approval follows a consultation with local residents and businesses that took place earlier this year. The strategy highlights how we will improve our air quality monitoring and how this will be shared with the public.
Councillor Andy Mackiewicz, Cabinet Portfolio Holder for Climate Change and Planning, said: “I’m delighted that the new Air Quality Strategy is now approved.
“The sources of air pollution come from many sources and so collaboration with local businesses, partners and residents will be key to ensuring the success of the strategy.
“We have a wide range of environmentally friendly projects detailed within the strategy, which gives us a strong and sustainable route to improve air quality right across the borough.
“While air quality in Solihull is good, it is in everyone’s interests to make it better, creating a cleaner and healthier environment for all of us.”
Air pollution is the fourth greatest threat to public health after cancer, heart disease and obesity.
The Air Quality Strategy 2024-2028 is available to read on the Council website.