Smoke Control Order
Waltham Forest Council is consolidating its Smoke Control Orders, with Hackney Council's Cabinet set to discuss its order in October 2026.
Waltham Forest Council decided in December 2025 to consolidate its existing Smoke Control Orders (SCOs) into a single, borough-wide order. This aims to improve air quality by addressing domestic wood burning emissions and streamline enforcement, as a report highlighted issues with incomplete documentation of 30 individual SCAs dating back to 1962.
Hackney Council's Cabinet is scheduled to discuss its borough-wide Smoke Control Order on 6 October 2026, which includes a proposed amendment to incorporate waterways. This follows Waltham Forest Council's decision to consolidate its orders to improve air quality and enforcement.
Key facts
- Waltham Forest Council decided on 11 December 2025 to consolidate its Smoke Control Orders. Source
- A report to Waltham Forest Council highlighted incomplete documentation of 30 individual SCAs dating back to 1962. Source
- Waltham Forest Council's decision aims to improve air quality and streamline enforcement. Source
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