Question NW2649 to the Minister of Health

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05 October 2018 - NW2649

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Kopane, Ms SP to ask the Minister of Health

Whether his department participates in national air quality monitoring and governing processes, such as the air quality management plans of priority areas; if not, (a) why not and (b) have any plans been put in place for future participation; if so, what are the relevant details?

Reply:

Yes, the Department participates in national air monitoring and governing processes including attending activities relating to air quality management plans of priority areas. Environmental Health Practitioners at District and/or Metropolitan Municipalities have appointed Air Quality Officers who are health officers implementing air quality-related activities.

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