Written Question·Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs·UIN 13916

Air Pollution: Public Consultation

Tabled: 29 June 2026
Answered: 2 July 2026

Question

Ruth Jones

LabourNewport West and Islwyn

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what assessment her Department has made of the potential benefits of involving people directly affected by air pollution in the review of the Air Quality Strategy.

Answer

Emma Hardy
The Government recognises the importance of hearing from a wide range of stakeholders, including people directly affected by air pollution, when reviewing air quality policy.