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Air Pollution (London)

Debate between Diane Abbott and Gareth Johnson
Tuesday 9th June 2015

(9 years, 5 months ago)

Westminster Hall
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Diane Abbott Portrait Ms Abbott
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I entirely agree with my hon. Friend. I will come on to how Boris—the current Mayor—and the Government have failed Londoners, including his constituents, on the important matter of air pollution.

Gareth Johnson Portrait Gareth Johnson (Dartford) (Con)
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I congratulate the hon. Lady on securing this debate on an issue that needs greater prominence. Is she aware of the impact of London’s pollution on surrounding areas? In my constituency of Dartford, for example, westerly winds blow pollution from London on to the problems already caused by the M25, which adds to the bronchial and respiratory conditions suffered by local residents.

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