How we deal with pollution

We deal with a range of pollution matters which include air, water and land pollution.

Air quality

Pollution in the air can be caused by smoking, car emissions, bonfires and wrongful burning in places such as fireplaces.

• About air quality, standards and monitoring

Industrial regulations

Some businesses may cause air and water pollution or introduce contaminates to land. These businesses require an environmental permit and are subject to inspections.

• Types of industrial regulation and applying for a permit

Water quality

• About water quality, standards and monitoring

Contact Environment Team

• By email: pollution@merton.gov.uk
• By Telephone: 020 8871 6127

Report pollution and contaminated land