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Wood burning stoves have become a status symbol in parts of Leeds, and more needs to be done to discourage their use.
New air quality strategy will set strict targets, aiming to reduce emissions from homes, industry, agriculture and transport.
Leeds City Council stated a plan to prevent the use of wood burning fires in the coming months.
Burning of solid fuels in the home causes air pollution and harms the health of millions.
“Thanks to a citywide effort to switch to cleaner vehicles, Leeds is now generally cleaner and healthier than many other UK cities,” - Leeds City Council.
“Continuing to reduce air pollution levels could save even more lives.”
- Introducing a public bike share scheme to improve the city’s cycling infrastructure.
- Requiring new developments to be greener and better ventilated.
- Installing energy efficiency measures.
- Raising awareness of wood burners and other indoor sources of air pollution.
