Scientists stunned by children's lung recovery in ultra low emission zone — Live Feedhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/scientists-stunned-by-children-s-lung-recovery-in-ultra-low-emission-zoneContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. London ULEZ linked to improved lung growth in childrenhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/scientists-stunned-by-children-s-lung-recovery-in-ultra-low-emission-zonehttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/scientists-stunned-by-children-s-lung-recovery-in-ultra-low-emission-zone#u45343Thu, 20 Aug 2026 01:20:07 +0000A study indicates that London's Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) has led to better lung size, function, and overall growth in children. Scientists expressed shock at the recovery observed in children's lungs following the emissions crackdown. Mayor Sadiq Khan described the introduction of the zone as his hardest decision but highlighted its astonishing impact on public health. The findings suggest a direct link between the clean air zone and the improvement of respiratory health in the city's youth.Why it mattersThe ULEZ is a regulatory zone designed to reduce nitrogen oxide and p