toxic nitrogen dioxide (NO2) pollution
Barnet Council recently acknowledged the reduction of toxic nitrogen dioxide pollution in London to within legal limits.
In January 2026, Barnet Council resolved to congratulate the Mayor of London, Sir Sadiq Khan, on the reduction of toxic nitrogen dioxide (NO2) pollution, a harmful air pollutant, across the capital. A motion before the council noted that NO2 pollution in London had fallen to within the legal limit for the first time since regulations were introduced in 2010.
The council's motion attributed this reduction to the introduction and expansion of the Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ). Barnet Council resolved to write to Sir Sadiq Khan to commend him on the health benefits for Londoners and to encourage continued efforts against air pollution.
Key facts
- In January 2026, Barnet Council resolved to congratulate the Mayor of London on reducing NO2 pollution. Source
- A motion before Barnet Council in January 2026 noted NO2 pollution in London fell to within legal limits. Source
- The reduction in NO2 pollution was attributed to the introduction and expansion of the Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ). Source
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