Air quality good – except on parts of the A56

AIR quality in Frodsham is good, with the only significant pollution being from traffic on parts of the A56.
This is clear from existing monitoring data in the town.
But recently a local panel took advice from Professor Duncan Laxen from the company Air Quality Consultants and it was recommended that further data be obtained in the Frodsham area.
As a result, an air quality monitoring station has been set up at Frodsham Manor House School by Cheshire West and Chester Council (CWC) This facility will record the levels of three different pollutants as well as weather data every 15 minutes, around the clock.
It follows concerns raised by CWC’s Frodsham councillors Lynn Riley and Andrew Dawson, about whether existing and proposed industrial developments and their emissions, could have an impact on the residents of Frodsham.
Data produced by the monitoring station will provide invaluable information on local air pollution and its likely causes.
The monitoring station has been funded in part from the member budgets of Cllr Riley and Cllr Dawson as well as a contribution from Frodsham Town Council.
Cllr Riley said: “We take our public and environmental health role very seriously and we are working hard across the borough to ensure that our air quality is good. “This monitoring station is an important step in ensuring we have evidence of the state of air quality in Frodsham.”
Cllr Dawson said: “Having the data to show how good our air quality is, is vital in providing community assurance and reassurance. “It also helps industry demonstrate how well they are performing.”
Chairman of Frodsham Town Council, Cllr Mark Warren said: “The council believes this is important work and is pleased to be able to support it financially, alongside colleagues from Cheshire West and Chester Council.” Anyone who wants to find out about current air pollution levels or complain about smoke nuisance or learn about local air quality management Click here.