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Changes to London Congestion Charge

February 2008

Transport for London has confirmed that from 27th October, drivers of high-emission vehicles into central London will have to pay a £25 charge each day, while cars qualifying for Band B tax (those emitting less than 120g/km of carbon dioxide) can enter the city for free.

Cars liable for the £25 charge are those in tax band G (226g/km or more) as well as those registered before March 2001 which have engines larger than 3,000cc. The charge will affect a number of large luxury saloons, high-performance sports cars and big MPVs, plus large SUVs, 4x4s and double-cab pick-ups. As a further disincentive to own such vehicles, the 90% discount for residents within the charging zone will also be removed.

About 150,000 cars enter the congestion zone in central London each day, of which 30,000 will fall under the new pollution charge. The mayor says he expects a 30% drop in the number of these vehicles, with the revenue - predicted to be between £30m and £50m a year - helping to pay for radical improvements to cycling and walking facilities announced earlier this week.

The congestion charge was introduced in February 2003 when the daily charge was set at £5. Since then it has gone up to £8 a day and a western extension, incorporating Kensington and Chelsea, has been added.

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