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To: Colchester Borough Council
Castle Ward Air Quality Petition | Colchester Green Party
1. Introduce a 20mph default speed limit for all residential and urban streets (unless a clear need for 30mph is expressed by residents) to reduce air pollution and encourage cycling and walking.
2. Police the existing law against engine idling (Road Traffic (Vehicle Emissions) (Fixed Penalty) (England) Regulations 2002), especially near schools.
3. Provide free parking spaces and charging facilities for electric vehicles in Town Centre car parks.
Why is this important?
Colchester Green Party have been monitoring levels of nitrogen dioxide (NO2) in a number of locations in Castle Ward. Five areas exceeded the World Health Organisation's recommended safety limit of 40 micrograms per cubic metre. These high levels of NO2 pose a serious health threat to the public, particularly residents living in the following areas:
St Botolphs Street - 52.72
East Street (Ipswich Road junction) - 60.74
North Station Road - 58.02
East Street - 52.76
East Hill (Priory Street Junction) - 44.17
We therefore call upon the Colchester Borough Council to decrease the levels of pollution, starting with the implementation of our three proposals. These proposals would encourage drivers to consider alternative modes of transport (cycling and walking), deter drivers from idling, and incentivise electrification of motor vehicles.
How it will be delivered
The petition will be delivered in person to a future Colchester Borough Council meeting.
