More than 50 electric vehicle charging points have been installed by Warrington Borough Council ahead of Clean Air Day tomorrow, Thursday.

In total, 56 points are now available inside Time Square multi-storey car park as part of the council’s long-term commitment to reducing pollution.

As a location with one of the largest number of points in the country, the council say it is a major step to encourage the uptake of low emission electric vehicles into the town centre.

Cllr Judith Guthrie, the executive board member for environment who drives an electric car herself, said: “I am delighted that our new electric charging points are up-and-running.

“It is an important part of our plans to protect Warrington’s environment, both now and in the future.

“We are committed to developing a cleaner, safer and less car-dominated environment throughout the borough and we have set out an action plan to achieve this.

“You can support us by walking to school, cycling into work or using public transport, and I hope as many local people as possible get involved.”

Clean Air Day is a nationwide awareness campaign which gives people the chance to find out more about air pollution and help to make the air cleaner and healthier for everyone.

The council formally adopted its Air Quality Action Plan in 2018, which aims to reduce nitrogen dioxide levels on main routes leading into and around the town.

The 17-point plan includes immediate actions including an increased focus on sustainable transport, encouraging cleaner fuels and new cycling and walking links.

The council is also set to launch a new website to keep people informed about their Air Quality Action Plan and raising awareness about air quality in the borough.

This will feature interactive maps, a search-by-property function and access to all the air pollution data monitored by the council at over 30 locations across the borough.

For more information about Clean Air Day 2019 and how you can get involved, visit cleanairday.org.uk