Air Quality Information on the Web

Better information for the Northern Ireland public on air quality

During the last year a dedicated air quality web site and data archive was established for Northern Ireland. The site was officially launched on July 6th 2006, and can be found at www.airqualityni.co.uk

The site is funded by the Department of Environment in Northern Ireland, and provides comprehensive information on:

• Latest up-to-date air quality levels across Northern Ireland
• Reports and Analysis of trends and historical data
• Information on both National air quality policy and the work of local authorities
• Descriptions of what causes air pollution, how it is measured, and the relevant impacts

The site contains a map showing where Northern Ireland’s 39 automatic monitoring stations are located. By clicking on the map, users can view details of each monitoring site, a photograph of its location, and a list of the pollutants monitored.

An “Air Pollution Index” is used to provide a simple indication of current pollution levels.

National Air Quality Archive

An Air Quality Archive was launched in 2002 in order to provide comprehensive data on air quality in the UK. It also gives the public answers to the most frequently asked questions on air quality issues.

For further information about the air pollution public information system contact air.quality@defra.gsi.gov.uk