Issue details

Revocation of an Air Quality Management Area (AQMA) at junction 18 of M25, Chorleywood

AQMAs are required to be designated where the air quality fails to meet the prescribed standards for certain pollutants. This is done through an order, made under the Environment Act 1995. Since the 2 remaining AQMAs in Three Rivers were designated in 2001, the air quality has improved and the improvements have been sustained such that the air quality now complies with the required standards. For this reason Junction 18 of the M25 and its surrounds no longer need to be designated as AQMAs and the revocation of the orders is being recommended, in line with Government guidance.

This report provides further details and seeks clarification on the relevant revocation process.

Decision type: Key

Decision status: For Determination

Wards affected: Chorleywood North and Sarratt;

Directorate: Director of Finance;

Decision due: 24 Jun 2026 by Climate Change and Leisure Committee

Lead member: Lead Member for General Public Services

Contact: Kimberley Rowley, Head of Regulatory Services Email: kimberley.rowley@threerivers.gov.uk.

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  • Revocation of an Air Quality Management Area (AQMA) at junction 18 of M25, Chorleywood