Tynwald members voice air quality concerns

Three Tynwald members have voiced concerns over the Island's air quality.

In a letter to Environment, Food & Agriculture Minister, Geoffrey Boot MHK - Bill Henderson MLC, Ralph Peake MHK and Bill Shimmins MHK say they conducted their own test on the matter, with assistance from Friends of the Earth.

They say the results of the research indicates resuming regular air testing should be a priority.

The tests - carried out over December 2018 and January this year - checked for nitrogen dioxide levels in several zones in Douglas, including Quarterbridge, Lord Street and Victoria Street.