MP takes up Norwich Airport air pollution battle
24.02.06
Health concerns raised by families living near Norwich airport about pollution have been taken up with the Government by a local MP. Local families believe high levels of kerosene fumes from aircraft are causing respiratory problems and a new survey seeks to establish the impact of the airport.
Airport bosses said they meet strict air quality measures and have better readings than the centre of Norwich, but MP Dr Ian Gibson has tabled questions to the Department of the Environment over the possible health hazards. He said: 'There is no doubt the smell of kerosene is making people feel ill. It could also be contributing to respiratory problems.'
Richard Jenner, managing director of the airport, said: 'We have air quality monitors placed by the council which have never demonstrated any problems. The air quality out here is better than the city centre. It is an airport and there are bound to be smells from fuel but I am not aware of any health risk posed by aircraft.'
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