Decision

That the report be noted. It was also agreed that:

·         The Committee would support the increased enforcement of anti-idling measures.

·         That information would be provided on the number of penalty charge notices issued for idling. Members would also welcome additional efforts with businesses to improve signage (particularly at supermarkets and train stations)

·         More information would be provided on plans to increase the availability of electrical points for vendors in parks (and that in future reports the effect on air quality should be considered).

·          That additional data would be provided on the impact of modal filters on air quality (e.g., on Bishopsthorpe and Silverdale Road)

·         That active travel should be prioritised, and that further funding should be sought for the implementation of new cycle hangars (not requiring public contributions)

·         More information would be provided on the outcome of air quality audits for schools;

·         That members would welcome further work on the interoperability of data on the Council website to enable comparison with neighbouring boroughs.