Health Effects

Land use England consultation: Clear policy on noise needed

In responding to the Government consultation on a strategic national approach to land use in England, IOA the emphasise need for clear policy guidance to ensure environmental noise is properly assesse

March/April 2025

The Acoustics Bulletin for March/April 2025 highlights the Institute of Acoustics' (IOA) initiatives, including progress towards chartered status, noise research projects, and the upcoming release of a new website. It also covers key topics such as the revised BS 8233 standard, the activities of the IOA's various groups, and news updates.

01 March 2025

New network set to focus on reducing noise

A network of engineers, policymakers, industry stakeholders and scientists, are set to focus on reducing noise pollution and building a healthier environment.

50 Years of research policy and guidance shaped by the health effects of sound

Webinar organised by the IOA SN&HG 11 July 2024

Ireland: EPA consultation on Guidance Note for Noise (NG4)

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in Ireland has revised Guidance Note for Noise (NG4) and it is now out for consultation.

Ireland: Little progress with Noise Action Plans in 2023

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in Ireland published its report on the environmental enforcement performance of local authorities in 2023 in December.

Looking back over 50 years of professional work in Environmental Sound - how it was, how it has changed and where it will go in the next 50 years

ESG 50th Anniversary Webinar Looking back over 50 years of professional work in Environmental Sound - how it was, how it has changed and where it will go in the next 50 years by Rupert Thornely-Taylor

November/December 2024

This issue of Acoustics Bulletin features the 50th anniversary of the Institute of Acoustics (IOA), including a look back at key developments over the past 50 years. The bulletin includes details on the annual conference, branch news, and recent parliamentary and policy updates.

01 November 2024

4th edition of The Little Red Book of Acoustics was released in July 2024

The long-awaited 4th edition of The Little Red Book of Acoustics was released in July 2024.

Small music venues - noise complaints contributing to closures

New report from the UK Parliament Culture, Media and Sport Committee found that noise complaints are contributing to the loss of grassroots music venues

IOA expertise acknowledged in House of Lords

Last week IOA expertise on noise acknowledged in the House of Lords, as the Grand Committee discussed a report covering noise and health

Bill to reduce firework noise has first reading

The Labour MP for Bradford South, Judith Cummins, had tabled a Bill aimed at reducing the noise limit for fireworks from 120 decibels (dB) to 90 dB.