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Yes, however the BBC have "forgotten" to mention the largest source in an article about PM2.5 pollution - domestic solid fuel burning! This could be seen as politically motivated as there is a government consulation on this issue open for submissions & the BBC are failing in their duty to"educate."
This is another reason measures to reduce traffic are so urgently needed.
Everything helps - pedestrian crossings, bike lanes, 20mph limits, clean air zones, congestion zones, investment in new public transport options, parking control, liveable neighbourhoods and car clubs.
Let’s do it all.
Everything helps - pedestrian crossings, bike lanes, 20mph limits, clean air zones, congestion zones, investment in new public transport options, parking control, liveable neighbourhoods and car clubs.
Let’s do it all.
To all those who say “but air pollution is within legal limits”
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February 7, 2026 at 4:36 PM
Yes, however the BBC have "forgotten" to mention the largest source in an article about PM2.5 pollution - domestic solid fuel burning! This could be seen as politically motivated as there is a government consulation on this issue open for submissions & the BBC are failing in their duty to"educate."
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'In the UK, poor air quality is thought to kill 30,000 people a year, as well as harming babies in the womb and exacerbating conditions from asthma to dementia' www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
I inhaled traffic fumes to find out where air pollution goes in my body
BBC health correspondent James Gallagher gets his blood analysed to understand how air pollution is killing us.
www.bbc.co.uk
February 7, 2026 at 5:39 PM
'In the UK, poor air quality is thought to kill 30,000 people a year, as well as harming babies in the womb and exacerbating conditions from asthma to dementia' www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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Its a very sad situation when some people only care when it impacts the health of their own children, not others. Our neighbours were free to cause PM2.5 pollution nearly 100x normal levels in our children's bedrooms because the stove industry in the UK is self regulating and completely lawless.
“Children living in homes with wood burners could be exposed to over three times more pollution than those in non-wood-burning homes.”
Article by @drgaryfuller.bsky.social
https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2026/feb/06/children-living-homes-wood-burners-exposed-pollution
Article by @drgaryfuller.bsky.social
https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2026/feb/06/children-living-homes-wood-burners-exposed-pollution
Wood burners may treble children’s exposure to pollution in homes, study finds
Research in Wales found that home, not outdoor travel, was largest contributor to children’s daily exposure
www.theguardian.com
February 6, 2026 at 1:09 PM
Its a very sad situation when some people only care when it impacts the health of their own children, not others. Our neighbours were free to cause PM2.5 pollution nearly 100x normal levels in our children's bedrooms because the stove industry in the UK is self regulating and completely lawless.
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In our latest Blog entry, we continue following Joanne Harrold's PhD research where she looks at poor indoor air quality being a silent disruptor to workplace health and productivity. www.cleanairadvocacyireland.org/clean-air-bl...
Airborne, health risks, clean air, innovation — Clean Air Advocacy Ireland
Part 2: Why the silence? Admitting that airborne risk persists raises uncomfortable questions
www.cleanairadvocacyireland.org
February 6, 2026 at 6:54 PM
In our latest Blog entry, we continue following Joanne Harrold's PhD research where she looks at poor indoor air quality being a silent disruptor to workplace health and productivity. www.cleanairadvocacyireland.org/clean-air-bl...
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Air pollution has been formally recognised as a cancer risk in Europe. 🚨
Nina Renshaw, Head of Health at the Clean Air Fund, explains why this move gives policymakers an even clearer mandate for clean air action. @air-quality-news.bsky.social
https://bit.ly/4bFpT3O
Nina Renshaw, Head of Health at the Clean Air Fund, explains why this move gives policymakers an even clearer mandate for clean air action. @air-quality-news.bsky.social
https://bit.ly/4bFpT3O
Air pollution joins Europe’s list of cancer risks
Air pollution has been formally recognised as a cancer risk in Europe for the first time, after being added to the European Code Against Cancer. The update appears in the fifth ed...
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February 6, 2026 at 8:00 AM
Air pollution has been formally recognised as a cancer risk in Europe. 🚨
Nina Renshaw, Head of Health at the Clean Air Fund, explains why this move gives policymakers an even clearer mandate for clean air action. @air-quality-news.bsky.social
https://bit.ly/4bFpT3O
Nina Renshaw, Head of Health at the Clean Air Fund, explains why this move gives policymakers an even clearer mandate for clean air action. @air-quality-news.bsky.social
https://bit.ly/4bFpT3O
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"Pollution made symptoms feel common.
Our lungs know better. Warning signs should not be ignored.
Listening early can save lives.
#BreathOfLife #AirPollution #LungHealthAwareness #ListenToYourLungs #DrArvindKumar"
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Our lungs know better. Warning signs should not be ignored.
Listening early can save lives.
#BreathOfLife #AirPollution #LungHealthAwareness #ListenToYourLungs #DrArvindKumar"
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Dr. Arvind Kumar on Instagram: "Pollution made symptoms feel common.
Our lungs know better. Warning signs should not be ignored.
Listening early can save lives.
#BreathOfLife #AirPollution #LungHealt...
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Our lungs know better. Warning signs should not be ignored.
Listening early can save lives.
#BreathOfL...
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February 6, 2026 at 8:43 AM
"Pollution made symptoms feel common.
Our lungs know better. Warning signs should not be ignored.
Listening early can save lives.
#BreathOfLife #AirPollution #LungHealthAwareness #ListenToYourLungs #DrArvindKumar"
www.instagram.com/dr_arvind.ku...
Our lungs know better. Warning signs should not be ignored.
Listening early can save lives.
#BreathOfLife #AirPollution #LungHealthAwareness #ListenToYourLungs #DrArvindKumar"
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“How pronounced the link was between particulate exposure and death varied by season and demographics. A stronger association appeared during cooler periods, and people in rural areas…”
Hmmm…
Hmmm…
February 6, 2026 at 3:55 AM
“How pronounced the link was between particulate exposure and death varied by season and demographics. A stronger association appeared during cooler periods, and people in rural areas…”
Hmmm…
Hmmm…
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New study: Woodburners may triple children's exposure to pollution in homes
Research in Wales found that home, not outdoor travel, was largest contributor to children's daily exposure @drgaryfuller.bsky.social
#AirPollution #WoodBurning #Health
www.theguardian.com/environment/...
Research in Wales found that home, not outdoor travel, was largest contributor to children's daily exposure @drgaryfuller.bsky.social
#AirPollution #WoodBurning #Health
www.theguardian.com/environment/...
Wood burners may treble children’s exposure to pollution in homes, study finds
Research in Wales found that home, not outdoor travel, was largest contributor to children’s daily exposure
www.theguardian.com
February 6, 2026 at 9:22 AM
New study: Woodburners may triple children's exposure to pollution in homes
Research in Wales found that home, not outdoor travel, was largest contributor to children's daily exposure @drgaryfuller.bsky.social
#AirPollution #WoodBurning #Health
www.theguardian.com/environment/...
Research in Wales found that home, not outdoor travel, was largest contributor to children's daily exposure @drgaryfuller.bsky.social
#AirPollution #WoodBurning #Health
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💚 Join the #CleanAirCrowd! 💚
We’re bringing people together across the country to take part in a 7-day #AirPollution challenge, from Sat 28th Feb to Fri 6th March.
With one daily action, it couldn't be easier to get involved and share the #CleanAir love!
Sign up now: bit.ly/clean-air-cr...
We’re bringing people together across the country to take part in a 7-day #AirPollution challenge, from Sat 28th Feb to Fri 6th March.
With one daily action, it couldn't be easier to get involved and share the #CleanAir love!
Sign up now: bit.ly/clean-air-cr...
February 5, 2026 at 11:21 AM
💚 Join the #CleanAirCrowd! 💚
We’re bringing people together across the country to take part in a 7-day #AirPollution challenge, from Sat 28th Feb to Fri 6th March.
With one daily action, it couldn't be easier to get involved and share the #CleanAir love!
Sign up now: bit.ly/clean-air-cr...
We’re bringing people together across the country to take part in a 7-day #AirPollution challenge, from Sat 28th Feb to Fri 6th March.
With one daily action, it couldn't be easier to get involved and share the #CleanAir love!
Sign up now: bit.ly/clean-air-cr...
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How does this ensure GM meets NO2 requirements in the fastest way possible? Only a third of taxis so far approved to be upgraded will be zero-emission. These petrol/diesel taxis will be on the road for years to come. GM's leaders are failing to protect children’s lungs. @andyburnham.bsky.social
Clean air grants failing to electrify Manchester’s taxis
Less than a third of taxi drivers receiving grants from Greater Manchester’s Hackney Support Fund are to use the money to buy a zero emission vehicle, Clean Cities have found. In an update on their in...
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February 4, 2026 at 1:33 PM
How does this ensure GM meets NO2 requirements in the fastest way possible? Only a third of taxis so far approved to be upgraded will be zero-emission. These petrol/diesel taxis will be on the road for years to come. GM's leaders are failing to protect children’s lungs. @andyburnham.bsky.social
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🚨Today air pollution has been officially recognised as a cancer risk in Europe.
The European Code Against Cancer now includes long-term #AirPollution exposure - alongside smoking & UV. This important step for public health is a reminder that clean air policies save lives.
🔗https://bit.ly/4qh3wW0
The European Code Against Cancer now includes long-term #AirPollution exposure - alongside smoking & UV. This important step for public health is a reminder that clean air policies save lives.
🔗https://bit.ly/4qh3wW0
Air pollution joins Europe’s list of cancer risks - AirQualityNews
Air pollution has today (4th February) been formally recognised as a cancer risk in Europe for the first time, after being added to the European Code Against Cancer. The update appears in the fifth…
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February 4, 2026 at 3:15 PM
🚨Today air pollution has been officially recognised as a cancer risk in Europe.
The European Code Against Cancer now includes long-term #AirPollution exposure - alongside smoking & UV. This important step for public health is a reminder that clean air policies save lives.
🔗https://bit.ly/4qh3wW0
The European Code Against Cancer now includes long-term #AirPollution exposure - alongside smoking & UV. This important step for public health is a reminder that clean air policies save lives.
🔗https://bit.ly/4qh3wW0
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The government needs to take action on existing “Ecodesign” stoves. “Modern” stoves burning “Ready to Burn” wood are now the UK’s largest anthropogenic source of carcinogenic Benzo[a]pyrene (NAEI data). We should not tolerate this next to our windows! @emmahardymp.bsky.social
February 4, 2026 at 5:36 PM
The government needs to take action on existing “Ecodesign” stoves. “Modern” stoves burning “Ready to Burn” wood are now the UK’s largest anthropogenic source of carcinogenic Benzo[a]pyrene (NAEI data). We should not tolerate this next to our windows! @emmahardymp.bsky.social
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Air pollution is now formally recognised as a cancer risk in Europe.
“Individuals are encouraged to limit their exposure by choosing public transport, walking or cycling…and keeping homes free of smoke by avoiding the burning of coal or wood”.
#WorldCancerDay #AirPollution
“Individuals are encouraged to limit their exposure by choosing public transport, walking or cycling…and keeping homes free of smoke by avoiding the burning of coal or wood”.
#WorldCancerDay #AirPollution
Air pollution joins Europe’s list of cancer risks
Air pollution has today (4th February) been formally recognised as a cancer risk in Europe for the first time, after being added to the European Code Against Cancer. The update appears in the fifth ed...
airqualitynews.com
February 4, 2026 at 9:09 PM
Air pollution is now formally recognised as a cancer risk in Europe.
“Individuals are encouraged to limit their exposure by choosing public transport, walking or cycling…and keeping homes free of smoke by avoiding the burning of coal or wood”.
#WorldCancerDay #AirPollution
“Individuals are encouraged to limit their exposure by choosing public transport, walking or cycling…and keeping homes free of smoke by avoiding the burning of coal or wood”.
#WorldCancerDay #AirPollution
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We welcome the idea of #Health warnings on stoves.
Did you know that:
👉 A 2025 study by UCL discovered that indoor wood burning is linked to a decline in lung function.
👉 Wood smoke contains hundreds of air pollutants that can cause cancer: formaldehyde & benzene are just two.
#WorldCancerDay
Did you know that:
👉 A 2025 study by UCL discovered that indoor wood burning is linked to a decline in lung function.
👉 Wood smoke contains hundreds of air pollutants that can cause cancer: formaldehyde & benzene are just two.
#WorldCancerDay
February 4, 2026 at 1:00 PM
We welcome the idea of #Health warnings on stoves.
Did you know that:
👉 A 2025 study by UCL discovered that indoor wood burning is linked to a decline in lung function.
👉 Wood smoke contains hundreds of air pollutants that can cause cancer: formaldehyde & benzene are just two.
#WorldCancerDay
Did you know that:
👉 A 2025 study by UCL discovered that indoor wood burning is linked to a decline in lung function.
👉 Wood smoke contains hundreds of air pollutants that can cause cancer: formaldehyde & benzene are just two.
#WorldCancerDay
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"You don’t breathe polluted air once - you live in it every day.
The impact is quiet, cumulative, and often unnoticed until it’s serious.
Protect your lungs early, because every breath counts.
#BreathOfLife #LungHealth #AirPollutionAwareness #BreatheBetter... "
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The impact is quiet, cumulative, and often unnoticed until it’s serious.
Protect your lungs early, because every breath counts.
#BreathOfLife #LungHealth #AirPollutionAwareness #BreatheBetter... "
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Dr. Arvind Kumar on Instagram: "You don’t breathe polluted air once - you live in it every day.
The impact is quiet, cumulative, and often unnoticed until it’s serious.
Protect your lungs early, becau...
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The impact is quiet, cumulative, and often unnoticed until it’s serious.
Pro...
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February 3, 2026 at 8:55 PM
"You don’t breathe polluted air once - you live in it every day.
The impact is quiet, cumulative, and often unnoticed until it’s serious.
Protect your lungs early, because every breath counts.
#BreathOfLife #LungHealth #AirPollutionAwareness #BreatheBetter... "
www.instagram.com/dr_arvind.ku...
The impact is quiet, cumulative, and often unnoticed until it’s serious.
Protect your lungs early, because every breath counts.
#BreathOfLife #LungHealth #AirPollutionAwareness #BreatheBetter... "
www.instagram.com/dr_arvind.ku...
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Wood Smoke pollution harms pets too
#AirPollution #WoodBurning #Health #AnimalHealth
www.dsawsp.org/blog/wood-sm...
#AirPollution #WoodBurning #Health #AnimalHealth
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Wood smoke pollution harms pets too
When fine particle pollution levels go up, so do veterinary costs. Lowering air pollution levels would improve our pets’ health as well as our own.
www.dsawsp.org
February 2, 2026 at 5:29 PM
Wood Smoke pollution harms pets too
#AirPollution #WoodBurning #Health #AnimalHealth
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#AirPollution #WoodBurning #Health #AnimalHealth
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Its important to address the "free" wood as fuel argument in the consultation @mumsforlungs.bsky.social Very few people are in "fuel poverty." Clean air poverty exists too- air pollution costs neighbours (air purifiers, etc) and the NHS. No fuel is "free" - its transferring problems to others.
So much for all the "fuel poverty" excuses! They are so poor they''ll "freeze to death" if they can't pollute their neighbourhood but have a spare $4.5K to install a deadly “Ecodesign” stove! Wood is never "free"- its theft of clean air from others and costs are passed on to neighbours, the NHS, etc
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January 30, 2026 at 1:49 PM
Its important to address the "free" wood as fuel argument in the consultation @mumsforlungs.bsky.social Very few people are in "fuel poverty." Clean air poverty exists too- air pollution costs neighbours (air purifiers, etc) and the NHS. No fuel is "free" - its transferring problems to others.
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We hope they do more than just turn Norwich into another ineffective Smoke Control Area.
January 31, 2026 at 3:43 AM
We hope they do more than just turn Norwich into another ineffective Smoke Control Area.
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Why should you care about #Diesel?
There are millions of diesel cars on our roads emitting suspiciously high levels of #AirPollution. The excess emissions produced over the last 15 years have caused an estimated 30,000 cases of asthma in children and 800,000 days of sick leave in the UK. More 👇 .
There are millions of diesel cars on our roads emitting suspiciously high levels of #AirPollution. The excess emissions produced over the last 15 years have caused an estimated 30,000 cases of asthma in children and 800,000 days of sick leave in the UK. More 👇 .
Ditch Diesel — Mums for Lungs
Our diesel campaign calls for commitments from all levels of government to phase out diesel by 2030, to protect the next generation from its devastating health impacts.
www.mumsforlungs.org
January 29, 2026 at 9:01 AM
Why should you care about #Diesel?
There are millions of diesel cars on our roads emitting suspiciously high levels of #AirPollution. The excess emissions produced over the last 15 years have caused an estimated 30,000 cases of asthma in children and 800,000 days of sick leave in the UK. More 👇 .
There are millions of diesel cars on our roads emitting suspiciously high levels of #AirPollution. The excess emissions produced over the last 15 years have caused an estimated 30,000 cases of asthma in children and 800,000 days of sick leave in the UK. More 👇 .
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Where are the “relationship building” opportunities with Defra for people that have been harmed by the stove industry? There needs to be a government investigation. Anyone contributing to the air pollution inquiry please raise the worrying public health impact of stove industry lobbying/cronyism.3/3
January 29, 2026 at 10:34 AM
Where are the “relationship building” opportunities with Defra for people that have been harmed by the stove industry? There needs to be a government investigation. Anyone contributing to the air pollution inquiry please raise the worrying public health impact of stove industry lobbying/cronyism.3/3
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These people/companies profit from harming the health of neighbours & should therefore not be involved in regulation/standards/testing. HETAS, Poujoulat, Kiwa Ltd, Amanda Lea-Langton (board of ClearSkies), anyone representing a stove manufacturer (eg Hugh Wells) should not be cited as “experts.” 2/3
January 29, 2026 at 10:34 AM
These people/companies profit from harming the health of neighbours & should therefore not be involved in regulation/standards/testing. HETAS, Poujoulat, Kiwa Ltd, Amanda Lea-Langton (board of ClearSkies), anyone representing a stove manufacturer (eg Hugh Wells) should not be cited as “experts.” 2/3
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We need to ensure Defra cronyism is highlighted in the consultation responses. Why should the stove/forestry industries have special access to government and guarantees? Regulations, testing etc should be overseen by medical/public health experts not those with links to the stove industry. 1/3
It would appear certain organisations (eg Countryside Alliance) have already been guaranteed that their members won't be affected by the outcome of the consultation, before consultation has even closed. How many others?
Will the Govt also guarantee that neighbours of woodburners will be protected?
Will the Govt also guarantee that neighbours of woodburners will be protected?
January 29, 2026 at 10:34 AM
We need to ensure Defra cronyism is highlighted in the consultation responses. Why should the stove/forestry industries have special access to government and guarantees? Regulations, testing etc should be overseen by medical/public health experts not those with links to the stove industry. 1/3
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This Facebook post shows the arrogant entitlement of SIA lobbyists, expecting to be able to warp data ("challenging the 38% issue") to suit their agenda. A tiny percentage of people causing so much pollution, much of it emitted close to neighbour's windows yet all they think about are their profits!
January 29, 2026 at 1:41 PM
This Facebook post shows the arrogant entitlement of SIA lobbyists, expecting to be able to warp data ("challenging the 38% issue") to suit their agenda. A tiny percentage of people causing so much pollution, much of it emitted close to neighbour's windows yet all they think about are their profits!
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Where are our "relationship building" opportunities with Defra? These people profit from devastating lives in SCAs. @eddavey.libdems.org.uk please raise this cronyism with PM.What is the point of @mumsforlungs.bsky.social air pollution inquiry if already decided?
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Environmental Audit Committee chooses air pollution for its next inquiry — Mums for Lungs
8th January 2026 We’re delighted to have contributed to ensuring that the Environmental Audit Committee chose air pollution for its next inquiry.
www.mumsforlungs.org
January 29, 2026 at 1:41 PM
Where are our "relationship building" opportunities with Defra? These people profit from devastating lives in SCAs. @eddavey.libdems.org.uk please raise this cronyism with PM.What is the point of @mumsforlungs.bsky.social air pollution inquiry if already decided?
www.mumsforlungs.org/news/environ...
www.mumsforlungs.org/news/environ...