§ 21. Mr. EasthamTo ask the Secretary of State for the Environment what discussions he has had with ministerial colleagues on the links between air quality and respiratory problems experienced by people in areas close to motorways.
§ Mr. AtkinsThere have been no recent discussions specifically with regard to problems experienced by those living close to motorways. However, I and my colleagues will be considering issues of air quality and public health when we discuss later this year the terms of our response to the consultation paper on improving air quality.