Why is ULEZ controversial?

The latest expansion of Ulez has proved divisive. Clean air campaigners support it. However, some residents, businesses and politicians have expressed serious concerns. They include the financial impact during a cost of living squeeze, and the nine month-long notice period.



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Any money received from the scheme is reinvested into running and improving London's transport network, such as contributing to the proposed Superloop, made up of express bus routes to help connect more people in outer London.

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Representatives from the five councils - Bexley, Bromley, Harrow, Hillingdon and Surrey - met on the steps of the High Court in central London on Tuesday 4 July, ahead of the opening day of the Judicial Review the coalition has brought against TfL and the Mayor of London, over planned expansion of the ULEZ to outer ...

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The charge applies to all vehicles, both residents and visitors if their vehicle does not meet the ULEZ standard. Some exemptions are available, for example vehicles with a disabled tax class will not have to pay the charge until 2025. For further details please see the full list of ULEZ exemptions.

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The money generated from the ULEZ charges goes towards cleaner air quality in London. The Mayor's Air Quality Fund receives a portion of the revenue, which is used to fund projects that aim to reduce pollution levels.

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