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Radio 4,3 mins

Why your children should play outdoors

Woman's Hour

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Playing outside is good for children, but it can also be difficult if you live in a busy city. Jess Read, a transport engineer with the University of Bristol, explains why a new scheme that bans cars from residential streets for a few hours so children can play is increasing in popularity.

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