Emissions

Thursday, May 15, 2025 glastonbury trainline sustainability rail festival travel climate emissions music environment

As festival season approaches, a new campaign is encouraging Glastonbury attendees to leave their cars at home and travel by train instead. This move aims to reduce road congestion and cut carbon emissions, offering a … Read More

Thursday, November 28, 2024 bristol airport expansion controversy climate government oppositon carbon emissions consultation

The Bristol City Council has been left divided over Bristol Airport’s expansion plans, with a senior councilor calling for the government to withdraw its support until carbon emissions are on a downward trend. The … Read More

Tuesday, October 29, 2024 parking charges community feedback midsomer norton radstock council emissions motorbikes scrapped consultation

Public opposition has led to changes in the parking plans for Midsomer Norton and Radstock, as the initial proposal to end free parking and charge motorbikes and scooters has been scrapped due to community feedback. Bath and … Read More

Saturday, March 23, 2024 bath parking charges motorbikes mopeds council emissions vehicles consultation pollution

Parking charges in Bath are set to see a 10p per hour increase, with the new proposals aiming to include motorbikes for the first time. The baseline hourly charge for council car parks in Bath, which is currently based on … Read More

Wednesday, December 27, 2023 bath clean air zone fines drivers vehicles non-compliant emissions air quality council penalty

Bath’s clean air zone has raked in over £7 million in fines since its inception. Between March 2021 and October 2023, a total of 174,755 fines were issued to drivers of non-compliant vehicles in the zone. Most fines were for … Read More