§ Dr. Tonge:To ask the Secretary of State for Transport what assessment he has made of technological improvements in aircraft which will be available to reduce levels of nitrogen dioxide by 2010. [144193]
§ Mr. McNulty:The Government keep abreast of emissions technology developments and future prospects through direct contact with the industry and through international regulatory discussions. Significant advances are forecast for reducing emissions of oxides of nitrogen (NOx) for engines due to enter service before 2010.
In the context of air quality assessment work supporting decisions to be announced in the forthcoming White Paper, DfT has examined emissions technology developments out as far as 2020.