Representation by UK Health Security Agency (UK Health Security Agency)
- Date submitted
- 15 January 2024
- Submitted by
- Other statutory consultees
Thank you for your consultation regarding the above development. The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) welcomes the opportunity to comment on your proposals at this stage of the project. Please note that we request views from the Office for Health Improvement and Disparities (OHID) and the response provided is sent on behalf of both UKHSA and OHID. We can confirm that based on updated information provided in the Environmental Statement (ES): • The Promoter provides an assessment of construction phase traffic data that predicts exceedances of IAQM and DMRB screening criteria in the construction phase. They conclude that due to the temporary nature of the works, the good baseline air quality, and the fact that the data represents a worst-case increase in traffic, no significant effects (with respect to air quality) are anticipated. UKHSA are of the opinion that it is unclear what the ramifications of these exceedances are as no detailed assessments have been provided. • The Promoter should assess the potential public health impact of EMFs arising from the electrical equipment associated with the development. Alternatively, a statement should be provided to explain why EMFs can be scoped out We can confirm that we have registered an interest on the Planning Inspectorate Website. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions or concerns.