| Topic: | Re:Re:Re:Re:Re:Re:Re:Reducing our reliance on cars | |
| Posted by: | Richard Carter | |
| Date/Time: | 22/02/19 07:10:00 |
| Interestingly, the Daily Mirror is reporting that many schools are banning the school run because of fears about pollution: "Hundreds of heads are piloting bans on school runs in a bid to protect kids from car pollution. "Thousands more are due to follow and campaigners want it introduced nationwide. Fumes have been linked to soaring asthma cases. "One expert said: “Pollution levels around schools are worrying.” "And in a bid to tackle the dangerous levels of toxic air linked to a rise in young asthma cases, hundreds of heads across the country are piloting bans on vehicles parking near the gates. "Thousands more are expected to trial the schemes, backed by a number of measures including £50 fines and fixed penalties leading to points on licences." Excellent news! Full report here: https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/parents-banned-school-runs-drastic-14034133 |