Air Quality in Glasgow

Good air quality is essential for our health, quality of life and the environment.  Air becomes polluted when it contains substances which can have a harmful effect on the environment and our health.

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Further Information on air pollution:

• Air Quality Monitoring
  Automatic monitoring stations monitor a variety of pollutants including nitrogen dioxides, particulates, carbon monoxide and also ozone and sulphur dioxide.
  
  
• Air Quality Monitoring Stations
  Glasgow City Council operates air quality monitoring stations at various locations throughout the city.
  
  
• Local Air Quality Management
  Glasgow City Council is required to review and assess air quality within its area. Read the Council's Air Quality Action Plan.
  
  
• Occupational Asthma
  Occupational asthma is the most frequently reported occupational respiratory disease in Great Britain.
  
  
• Smoke Control
  A Smoke Control Area is an area, established by a local authority, in which smoke must not be discharged from domestic chimneys
  
  

If you require further information or advice on any aspect of air pollution, air quality or smoke control  then please contact us:

Phone: 0845 270 1558

E-mail: public.health@glasgow.gov.uk