Air pollution is an environmental concern for many communities in the UK. We monitor, assesses and coordinate control over local air pollution. Our activities include:

• Coordinating action in Lancaster, Carnforth and Galgate air quality management areas
• Carrying out district-wide review and assessment of air quality
• Measuring and monitoring air pollution levels
• Maintaining Smoke Control Areas (where only smokeless fuels may be burned)
• Investigating air pollution complaints about:
  - garden bonfires
  - dark smoke and potentially toxic fumes from burning of unsuitable materials
  - nuisance dusts – building sites, mineral works, etc.
  - nuisance odours – eg farming and industrial smells
  - smoky diesel vehicles – supporting the Vehicle Licensing Inspectorate’s work
• Inspecting industrial sources of air pollution that are prescribed for ‘permitting’ controls
• Advising the local planning authority on the air quality impacts of new proposals and appropriate controls/mitigation