Decision
Analysis
outcome: The revocation of the existing 2020 AQMA is authorised, and steps will be taken to revoke it.
summary: The decision is to revoke the 2020 Air Quality Management Area due to improvements achieved in air pollution levels.
topline: The Cabinet has decided to revoke the 2020 Air Quality Management Area due to improvements in air pollution levels.
reason_contentious: This issue may be contentious as it involves environmental concerns and public health, which can be sensitive topics for local stakeholders.
affected_stakeholders: ["Local residents", "Environmental groups", "Public health officials"]
contentiousness_score: 6
political_party_relevance: There are no mentions or implications of political parties or political influence on the decision.
URL: https://democracy.cheltenham.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=3385
Decision Maker: Cabinet
Outcome:
Is Key Decision?: No
Is Callable In?: No
Purpose: To consider the recommendation to revoke the 2020 Air Quality Management Area due to improvements achieved in air pollution levels.
Content: To consider the recommendation to revoke the 2020 Air Quality Management Area due to improvements achieved in air pollution levels. RESOLVED THAT: 1. the revocation of the existing 2020 AQMA, based on the information provided at Annex 3, is authorised; 2. subject to recommendation 1, authority is delegated to the Head of Public Protection, in consultation with the Cabinet Member Safety and Communities, to take the necessary steps to revoke the AQMA; 3. production of an Air Quality Strategy is authorised.
Date of Decision: July 15, 2025