London congestion charge could rise to £18 a day under new proposals
- Transport for London announced a consultation proposing to raise the daily congestion charge from £15 to £18 starting January 2026.
- This is the first charge increase since 2020 and follows a 30% rise from £11.50 five years ago amid efforts to reduce traffic and encourage cleaner travel.
- The consultation also proposes new cleaner vehicle discounts, replacing free electric vehicle access with 25% and 50% discounts for cars and vans registered on Auto Pay.
- Drivers of older polluting vehicles could pay up to £30.50 daily combining congestion and ultra-low emission zone charges, while new non-electric residents lose a 90% discount from March 2027.
- If approved, these changes aim to better manage congestion and promote sustainable travel, though critics warn of increased costs for businesses and possible harm to air quality gains.
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London's congestion charge set to rise - here's how much it could cost you
The London congestion charge could go up by 20% within months (Picture: Getty Images) Drivers could soon face a higher congestion charge in central London after Transport for London announced plans to increase the fee. Driving in central London is far from enjoyable – and it could soon be more expensive after TfL proposed to hike up the daily charge to £18. There are also plans to limit the residents’ discount to electric vehicles only. The move…
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