Air Quality Strategy: Government criticised for 'unacceptable' quick fire consultation

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Air Quality Strategy: Government criticised for 'unacceptable' quick fire consultation

The Air Quality Strategy was launched on 11 April with the public consultation running until 21 April

The government is facing fresh criticism for giving local authorities just days to respond to its consultation on its revised Air Quality Strategy, which seeks to tackle air pollution across the country....

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