Heavy metal levels in the near vicinity to roads in a north London Borough.

The ingestion and inhalation of heavy metals through soil, surface dust, air and food contamination may have a detrimental effect on human health. Metal levels have been measured in a Local Authority in London, UK and are discussed where possible in relation to health risk and relevant guidelines.

Air quality in the vicinity of urban roads.

Motor vehicle emissions are a major source of CO, NOx and lead particulate concentrations to urban air quality. London urban Boroughs with high traffic densities are therefore a particular cause for concern. The air quality was monitored at an urban background site in the London Borough of Haringey for 2-years.