Bradford Clean Air Plan and CAZ
Green space
Bradford Clean Air Plan and CAZ
Our research followed children’s health in Bradford and showed how air pollution affects it. Combined with engagement with local communities, this evidence helped imform and design Bradford’s Clean Air Plan.
Since the plan, which includes a Clean Air Zone (CAZ), was introduced, our research showed there have been around 700 fewer monthly GP visits for heart and lung conditions.
Green space
Our research found that living in greener neighbourhoods is linked to better birth outcomes and better mental health for families.
This evidence has helped guide investment in urban green spaces development and shown how they can help prevent ill health.
Working with Bradford council to achieve multi-million pound investment across the city. Together with the Landscape Institute we took this evidence to national policy audiences.
Impact on environment
Bradford Clean Air Plan and CAZ
Bradford Clean Air Plan and CAZ
Our research followed children’s health in Bradford and showed how air pollution affects it. Combined with engagement with local communities, this evidence helped imform and design Bradford’s Clean Air Plan.
Since the plan, which includes a Clean Air Zone (CAZ), was introduced, our research showed there have been around 700 fewer monthly GP visits for heart and lung conditions.
Green space
Green space
Our research found that living in greener neighbourhoods is linked to better birth outcomes and better mental health for families.
This evidence has helped guide investment in urban green spaces development and shown how they can help prevent ill health.
Working with Bradford council to achieve multi-million pound investment across the city. Together with the Landscape Institute we took this evidence to national policy audiences.
Telegraph & Argus: “Transformative” city centre project nominated for award
BBC Look North: Tackling air pollution (2022)
The Guardian: Bradford clean air zone saves NHS over £30,000 a month in first year
BBC Look North: Clean Air Zone introduction (2021)
The Guardian: How does air pollution affect mental health? New study aimed to find out
Case studies
Green space and health: evidence and intervention from the Born in Bradford research programme
Evidence submission
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