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Low pollution routes

Low pollution routes

09 June 2025

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A ground-breaking initiative, funded by Defra, has mapped out a number of low pollution walking routes for 93 schools across the borough.

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Tackling polluted air is so important because it can have such a negative effect without us even noticing.

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Cllr Krupa Sheth, Lead member for environment
Councillor Krupa Sheth,
Cabinet Member for Environment and Enforcement

Councillor Krupa Sheth, Cabinet Member for Environment and Enforcement, said: "Tackling polluted air is so important because it can have such a negative effect without us even noticing. That is why I am delighted that so many local pupils have got involved in this plan to use low air pollution routes. Thank you to Zoe who made a beautiful mural which has brought more life to Harlesden."

As part of the campaign which has delivered 53 workshops and reached 6,200 students so they know how best to dodge pollution, a new mural has gone up in Harlesden.

Hand-painted by artist Zoe Alleyne from Bud Studio. Developed through workshops with pupils and local community groups, the artwork celebrates clean air and active travel. And in true eco-style, it was painted by hand to keep its environmental footprint low.

At Furness Primary School, pupils took part in a Citizen Science Day, using handheld monitors to track pollution levels on different walking routes. A real eye-opener on the dangers of pollution hotspots – and the benefits of steering clear.

Breathe Clean which aims to steer students and parents towards quieter, cleaner walking routes. Find out more on the Breathe Clean Brent website.

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