PEOPLE in Glasgow are being asked to give their views on a 16-point plan aimed at cutting city pollution.

The Evening Times reported in April that drivers could be forced to pay daily pollution charges and hefty fines in an attempt to cut emissions.

The plan is aimed mainly at fume-belching buses, lorries, vans and taxis, but motorists whose cars fail to meet emission standards could also be hit.

Over the past four years, Glasgow has carried out 10,200 air quality tests and recent ones have shown air quality in Byres Road, Dumbarton Road, Parkhead Cross and the city centre fail to meet tough Government targets on reduced pollution levels.

The council plan includes expanding the areas where drivers who leave their engines idling unnecessarily could be fined.

It also suggest owners of electric and other low-polluting cars could be provided with free or cut-price street parking to encourage more use of vehicles producing less greenhouse gas CO2.

Garden bonfires and burning rubbish at building and demolition sites could also be banned.

Ruth Simpson, the council's land and environmental services spokesman, said: ""This plan clearly sets out how we can work together to reduce our air pollution levels. I would urge everyone to take part in the consultation and help achieve a clearer, fresher and healthier environment.

The consultation can be completed online at www.glasgow.gov.uk/consultation or by calling 0845 270 1558. Responses must be received before November 17.