Are ice cream vans being banned, where in the UK is the ban happening and why are they being taken off the streets?
SOME streets in the UK have banned ice cream vans.
We explain why they are being banned and where they are being banned. Here’s what we know.
Why are ice cream vans being banned?
Council bosses say they are banning ice cream vans for health and safety reasons.
They add the engines cause too much air pollution and it is harmful to kids.
Most ice cream vans are diesel and they must keep running to power the fridges and machinery.
Where are the ice cream vans banned?
Camden council in North London is to put “No Ice Cream Trading” signs in 40 streets.
Nearby Westminster council will also prevent ice cream sellers operating in some of its roads near schools.
They point out the vans constantly pump out fumes that can stunt the growth of children’s lungs and trigger asthma attacks.
What has been said?
London Green Party politician Caroline Russell said: “No one wants to be the fun police or see people lose their businesses.
“But people don’t want a side order of asthma with their ice cream. This is a serious health issue.”
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However, Matthew Lesh, from the Adam Smith Institute think tank, called it a “nasty policy”.
He added: “Councils are stealing kids’ fun afternoon treats across the city.
“London’s pollution problem won’t be solved by taking a small number of ice cream trucks off a few roads.”