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There is evidence that air pollutants such as ozone, nitrogen dioxide and sulphur dioxide can exacerbate respiratory conditions.
This publication covers UK emissions of sulphur dioxide (SO2), nitrogen oxides (NOx), non methane volatile organic compounds (NMVOCs), ammonia (NH3) and particulate matter (PM10 and PM 2.5).
Substances that are classed as persistent organic pollutants (POPs) and when you're allowed to use them.
Information relating to persistent organic pollutants (POPs).
How to identify and classify waste that contains POPs.
An annual publication covering the emissions of some important air pollutants.
How to notify stockpiles of material containing persistent organic pollutants (POPs) and a form for reporting them to the Environment Agency.
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