The Strategic Director, Place presented report (Document “M”) which provided an update on the Bradford Clean Air Zone (CAZ) after 2 years of operation, including health impact assessment (HIA) and air quality monitoring data and wider Clean Air Plan Programme benefits.

The presenting officer provided a summary of the report, it was reported that CAZ imposed vehicle restrictions on all vehicle types, except passenger cars, according to emissions. The Bradford CAZ was the second largest road-user charging scheme in the UK at 24 kmsq.

Resolved –

(i)             That the Committee noted the report and welcomed the improvements in public health.

(ii)           That an updated report be provided in 12 months.

(iii)         That the Committee noted that school bus services contributed to air quality improvements. The Committee requested that the Executive provide the Area Committee with information about the scope for the Council to seek additional enforcement powers relating to anti idling measures in the district, including extra powers from central government.