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Could Bradford's children lead the way on climate change?
- Bradford youth urge urgent climate action from government and big firms, following a survey of 8,400 participants.
- Many feel environment prospects are threats, with a third identifying negative views about its future.
- Participants link litter and local pollution to health concerns and daily life at school routes.
- Study suggests Bradford could model how cities respond to environmental challenges through community-led planning.
- Air quality in Bradford exceeds WHO guidelines, with pollution peaking during school runs due to car traffic.
- Young people are eager to co-create questions and solutions, and to be involved in decision-making.
- Researchers emphasize Bradford’s young, diverse population as a strength for environmental reform.
- The study notes a call for government and corporate action to address climate risk and local pollution.
- Bradford residents highlight specific local concerns, including park cleanliness and litter across communities.
- Experts say involving youth in transport and green space planning could transform local climate resilience.
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