Tag Archive for PRO/EDR> Lead paint – UK: (England) playgrounds
PRO/EDR> Lead paint – UK: (England) playgrounds
Poisoning -- United KingdomChildren's parks across Bristol [UK] have tested positive for high levels of lead, which has been banned in paint since 1992.An investigation by the BBC's "One Show" showed half of the 6 parks tested had a high metallic content on play equipment.Of the play areas tested Eastville, Dame Emily in Bedminster, and St Andrew's parks all contained high levels of lead. Eastville Park was also said to have a reading for mercury following the experiment.Lead based paints were banned Read more [...]
