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Have your say in the Draft Air Quality Action Plan for Sandy 2025 to 2030

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Sunday, 3 August, 2025
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Central Bedfordshire Council is inviting residents, businesses, and community groups to share their views on the new Draft Air Quality Action Plan (AQAP) for Sandy by August 12th.

Sandy is the only area in Central Bedfordshire where an Air Quality Action Plan is required, due to previously elevated nitrogen dioxide (NO₂) levels, although these have been consistently below the legal threshold since 2022. No other areas in the district require Air Quality Action Plans.  

This updated plan outlines the steps the council will take from 2025 to 2030 to reduce air pollution, improve public health, and protect the environment. It replaces the previous plan (2019–2024). 

Poor air quality, particularly nitrogen dioxide (NO₂) from road traffic, can have serious effects on health especially for children, older adults, and people with heart or lung conditions.  

The draft Air Quality Action Plan sets out practical measures to tackle this, including: 

  • Promoting walking, cycling, and public transport.
  • Expanding electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure.
  • Supporting sustainable development through local planning.
  • Integrating air quality actions with transport and freight strategies. 

View the consultation and have your say here:

https://www.centralbedfordshire.gov.uk/info/306/your_voice_matters/2024/air_quality_action_plan_for_sandy_consultation

 

 

 


 

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