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environment2 years ago•4 min saved

London's Controversial Car Pollution Policy Ignites Protests and Vigilante Actions

London's Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ), which charges drivers of older, more polluting vehicles, has sparked protests and political tensions. Supporters argue that the measure will reduce air pollution and improve public health, while critics claim it is a cash grab that unfairly penalizes suburban residents. The ULEZ expansion covers all of Greater London, leading to concerns about the financial burden on low-income individuals. The issue has become a political flashpoint, with the Conservative government opposing the vehicle levy and facing accusations of backtracking on green commitments. The vandalism of license plate-reading cameras by vigilantes opposing the charge highlights the strong emotions surrounding the ULEZ.

via ABC News|

#air-pollution #environment #london

environment2 years ago•3 min saved

"London's Suburbs to Face Pollution Tax on Older Cars Following Court Ruling"

A British court has ruled in favor of London Mayor Sadiq Khan, allowing him to extend the Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) to the city's suburbs, despite opposition from conservative councils. The ULEZ charges drivers of older gas and diesel vehicles £12.50 ($16) per day they operate. Critics argue that the expansion will disproportionately affect lower-income drivers and those reliant on cars in areas with limited public transport options. Khan believes the ruling will help reduce air pollution and plans to expand a program that provides financial assistance to scrap older cars. The issue has become a political hot topic in the UK as green policies gain prominence amid the impacts of climate change.

via AOL|

#air-pollution #environment #green-policies

environment2 years ago•7 min saved

London's ULEZ Expansion Continues Despite Resistance to Reduce Air Pollution.

London's Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) is expanding to every borough of the capital on August 29, despite opposition from some residents and politicians. The ULEZ, which imposes a daily charge on noncompliant vehicles, has reduced pollution levels in inner London by 21 percent since its implementation in 2019. However, some argue that the expansion will hurt working people and local businesses. Mayor Sadiq Khan, who has personal reasons for decreasing air pollution, has set up a $140 million scrappage plan to compensate drivers of noncompliant cars and plans to use the funds raised by the ULEZ expansion to improve public transportation and create new bus routes.

via The New York Times|

#air-pollution #environment #london