… the new government Our research reveals that many people with lung conditions are being diagnosed too late, … seriously ill and in need of hospital care. We’re issuing a plea to our new government to tackle this urgently. Sarah … cut short Without the right treatment, the quality of life and life expectancy of people with lung conditions can …

… Campaigning Fighting for clean air at the elections Last week, communities across England … voted for their new Metro Mayors. Here in the Clean Air team at Asthma + Lung UK, we’ve been busy making sure … air pollution like the Ultra Low Emission Zone but agreed action was needed to financially support Londoners.   We want …

… Calling on Mayoral Candidates to stand up for clean air On 2 May, communities across England will head to the … on 2 May. We too want to see bold, evidence-based action to cut toxic air as soon as possible. During our … Air Zone to the launch of the West Midlands Air Quality Plan. However, air pollution levels are still almost 5x World …

… Charity estimates at least £40 million is needed to deal with backlog, as new research shows half of Integrated Care … that at least £40 million is needed to deal with backlog A leading lung health charity is warning that hundreds of … in hospital admissions and improvement in quality of life and healthy life expectancy, so the fact that people …

… ‘below freezing’ temperatures could be deadly for people with lung conditions  With temperatures expected to drop below freezing in some parts of the UK this week, a leading lung charity is warning people with lung conditions … in people with asthma and COPD, potentially leading to a life-threatening asthma attack or flare-up of COPD requiring …

… then having the power to issue a £50 on-the-spot fine. A long time coming It was back in 2016 that the primary … backlog of work and then quickly thrust into dealing with COVID-19. The Executive sadly pushed this issue down the …

… Campaigning Clearing the air in Greater Manchester: we can’t delay the Clean Air Zone Greater Manchester is one of the most polluted … between national and regional government. Delays to action to tackle toxic air puts lives at risk. It will now be …