The Mayor of London’s central London congestion charging scheme came into effect in February 2003, and it applies to anyone driving in the south of the Islington borough. Congestion charging is a way of ensuring that people using valuable and congested road space make a financial contribution. It encourages the use of other types of transport and makes journeys quicker and more reliable for people who have to travel through congested areas.
The charge is currently £8 per day (Monday - Friday, 7am to 6.30pm) to drive in the central zone. In Islington the zone covers the area south of City Road and Pentonville Road. Residents within the zone pay only 80p, whilst some people are exempt from the charge.
The scheme has reduced traffic and congestion in central London, improved air quality and increased the number of trips made by public transport. In the south of Islington, congestion charging has reduced the amount of traffic by up to 15%.
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Page Last Updated: 29 July 2008