SOUTHEND and Basildon are among the most polluted areas of the UK, shocking figures have revealed. Data from the government shows that huge numbers of fine particles in the air are well above World Health Organisation (WHO) guidelines for both boroughs. The average concentration of PM2.5 pollution particles in Southend was ten micrograms per cubic metre in 2019 – below the UK limit of 25, but right on the WHO guideline limit of ten. In Basildon, the concentration was 10.3, which is above the guidelines. The boroughs are two or more than 50 in the UK exceeding the guidelines. Steps have been taken in Southend to address the issue, including Southend Council’s “School Streets” scheme closing roads outside schools.
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