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Join us for the briefing on the Defra National Noise Modelling System (NMS) and a memorial lecture honouring Geoff Kerry.
An article in The Guardian business pages today asks whether heat pumps can cause noise nuisance to neighbours.
This bulletin discusses a variety of topics, including the Institute of Acoustics awards and a review of AI's role in acoustics. It also includes articles on wind turbine noise, managing construction noise, and the impact of residential development on venues. The publication provides updates on specialist groups and branch news, highlighting the diverse activities and initiatives within the field.
01 July 2024
A report published last week by the UK Parliament Culture, Media and Sport Committee found that noise complaints are contributing to the loss of grassroots music venues.
Last week a saw noise and health debated in the House of Lords, as the Grand Committee discussed the report covering noise and light pollution and health
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.
Acoustics and Net Zero Homes: Challenges and Opportunities Workshop for Industry, Acoustics Research Centre, University of Salford
A report commissioned by the Department for Business and Industrial Strategy to look at assessment of noise from onshore wind farms is now published.
Members interested in contributing to the IOA's education portfolio in any of the following roles are invited to contact the Education Team
The Welsh Government announced today that most local streets in Wales with a 30mph speed limit will switch to 20mph on September 17th.
The IOA continues to broaden its reach to the wider acoustics and acoustics-related communities as well as the public.
In the current issue of the IOA Bulletin, there's a special feature on next month's Inter-noise 2022.