Commit to an effective Clean Air Act for the UK

As many as 80,000 people in the UK are dying each year due to poor air quality. Many more affected by air pollution are suffering serious health consequences. Sign this petition to ask the government to take action and commit to an updated Clean Air Act, and ensure the UK public are breathing safe, clean air.

Air pollution causes more premature deaths in the UK than obesity, alcoholism and road traffic accidents combined. The transport industry is failing to act responsibly, and it's time for regulations to be put in place to ensure pollution levels are lowered. Local councils need support from central government to make real changes. A new Clean Air Act could lower pollution levels through nation-wide implementation of tariffs, penalties, common standards and low emission zones. 

Despite the extent of this growing problem, it remains overlooked. Sign and let the government know that we expect them to take action to make our country's air safely breathable for everyone.