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<p>In May, the Government published a consultation on the draft UK Air Quality Plan
for tackling nitrogen dioxide. The consultation includes proposals for Clean Air Zones
- designated geographical areas that provide a focus in some towns and cities to improve
air quality by permitting vehicle access on the basis of emission standards.</p><p>
</p><p>A range of potential measures were identified in the consultation including
the introduction of a scrappage scheme. We are considering responses to the consultation.
The final plan is due to be published by the 31 July 2017.</p>
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