Decision Maker: Transport and Air Quality Committee

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: April 7, 2025

Purpose: The Air Quality Action Plan is a statutory requirement of the Local authority and contains actions the council proposes to reduce air pollution and comply with health objectives. Committee will be asked to review and agree the Plan following full public and stakeholder consultation.

Content: RESOLVED that the Transport & Air Quality Committee.     i.  Adjust the draft Plan to include a new pilot programme on non-exhaust vehicle emissions, investigate options to reduce impacts on nurseries including planning controls. Emphasise the council’s continued opposition to Heathrow Airport Expansion, further target engine idling, and minor changes to improve readability.   ii.  A summary of responses to be shared with Transport Strategy, Highways Engineering, Richmond Visions and other teams to assist planning. The final plan should be scheduled to apply to 2025-2030.