Yougov poll finds London parents see air pollution as the biggest health threat to their children

The survey, commissioned by ClientEarth, shows 68% of London parents are worried about their children breathing in dirty air. More women than men highlighted their fears — 71% against 64%. Mothers have told of their concern that as they push buggies along the street, their young children are sitting at the same level as tailpipes and the pollution being emitted by many diesel cars and other vehicles.

They’re right to be concerned – with air pollution being linked to low birth weights, cognitive impairments, and stunted lung growth in children (as well as the other health effects that can impact all of us), the last place you want a child to be is at the same level as exhaust pipes.  Remember that when you next plan a walking route with your child.