Speakers
- Julia Crear
- David Gallagher
Date of Recording
February 3, 2025
Available Until
February 2, 2026
Transport is a critical factor in reducing air pollution and improving public health.
Initiatives like those from the West Midlands Combined Authority and Living Streets serve as models for local health professionals to engage with clean air and transport solutions.
Active transport, particularly walking, plays a central role in reducing the negative impacts of poor air quality and inactivity on health.
Mode shift initiatives, like free bus travel for NHS starters, have shown tangible benefits in reducing non-attendance at medical appointments and supporting excluded groups.
Air Pollution Companion
The Air Pollution Companion is a ‘one stop shop’ to learn about air pollution and child health, and integrate it into your practice. This resource was developed by the Clean Air Fund Partnership team, which includes three Clinical Fellows working alongside RCPCH policy experts.
RCPCH Clean Air Network
The RCPCH has recently launched a Clean Air Network. Its primary aim is to mobilise and empower paediatricians as advocates for clean air, providing them with the necessary knowledge and skills to raise awareness about air pollution’s impact on child health.
If interested, find out more and sign up for the Clean Air Network.
If you have any queries please contact us at cleanair@rcpch.ac.uk
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Speakers
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Julia Crear
Head of Projects and Technical Services, Living Streets
Julia Crear, from Living Streets, brought her wealth of technical experience in active transport for improving public health. With over 19 years of experience, Julia discussed the vital role of active transport in creating healthier communities and reducing the impacts of poor air quality. Julia’s work with Living Streets has included engaging communities and schools, implementing Net Zero strategies, and managing numerous projects such as the Welsh Government Walk to School Programme and collaborations with NHS hospitals. In her talk, she highlighted the numerous benefits of walking, both for physical and mental health, and how active transport can help combat the harmful effects of pollution.
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David Gallagher
West Midlands Combined Authority
David Gallagher led travel initiatives at the West Midlands Combined Authority, where he focused on promoting bus use through 'mode shift' programs. These programs included offering NHS starters free bus travel and discounts, which have led to significant increases in bus use and a reduction in non-attendance at hospital appointments. His efforts also aimed to support excluded groups by providing financial assistance for bus travel. In his session, David shared insights on the health and economic co-benefits of these initiatives, particularly how they contribute to tackling health inequalities.
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