Ban diesel cars from cities, say half of UK drivers in poll

Almost three-quarters of motorists also think toxic air in their area is damaging their health

More than half of UK motorists think diesel cars should be banned from urban areas due to air pollution concerns, according to a new opinion poll.

The proportion backing a ban rose to 80% when drivers were asked if diesel cars should be excluded from areas around schools and hospitals. Nearly a third said diesels should be banned from all roads.