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Air pollution in Scotland's towns and cities is creating a public health crisis, according to environmental campaigners.
The claim by Friends of the Earth Scotland came after they analysed official data for two toxic pollutants.
The group said the latest figures showed pollution levels were continuing to break Scottish and European limits.
But ministers defended their record, saying they were working hard, along with councils, to improve air quality.
Friends of the Earth Scotland examined two key pollutants, nitrogen dioxide (NO2) and particulate matter - tiny particles which are pumped into the air by diesel vehicles.
It found that air pollution had worsened in several areas over the last year.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-30760370
The claim by Friends of the Earth Scotland came after they analysed official data for two toxic pollutants.
The group said the latest figures showed pollution levels were continuing to break Scottish and European limits.
But ministers defended their record, saying they were working hard, along with councils, to improve air quality.
Friends of the Earth Scotland examined two key pollutants, nitrogen dioxide (NO2) and particulate matter - tiny particles which are pumped into the air by diesel vehicles.
It found that air pollution had worsened in several areas over the last year.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-30760370