Sadiq Khan's Pay-Per-Mile Road Charging System Plans

SOURCE www.yahoo.com
Sadiq Khan spent £3 million planning a pay-per-mile road charging system, sparking concerns about potential future implementation despite denials. The project aimed to replace current driving fees with sophisticated technology, potentially affecting drivers in London.

Key Points

  • Future RUC project aimed to explore smart road user charging scheme
  • Critics accuse Sadiq Khan of planning to implement pay-per-mile taxes despite denials
  • Project Detroit, a related scheme, could cost up to £150 million
  • Susan Hall, Conservative mayoral candidate, vows to scrap Ulez expansion and pay-per-mile prototype

Pros

  • Potential for more efficient road user charging system
  • Aims to reduce traffic congestion and CO2 emissions in London

Cons

  • Could disproportionately affect Londoners who rely on driving long distances
  • May lead to additional financial burden on drivers