A study has found microscopic particles emitted from certain types of commonly fitted brake pads can be more toxic than those found in diesel vehicle exhaust.

Northern Ireland Secretary Hilary Benn responded to the Stormont brake request on Monday The Northern ... Instead they will continue to challenge and test such mechanisms at every opportunity ...

The Northern Ireland secretary has denied the UK government's relationship with the European Union was a factor in his decision on the Stormont brake ... to challenge and test such mechanisms ...