Sadiq Khan's plan to expand Ulez throughout London can go ahead, High Court rules after challenge
Five Tory councils, including four London boroughs, challenged his bid by saying he did not have the power to expand the zone, which is designed to reduce air pollution in the capital.
"The Ulez has already reduced toxic nitrogen dioxide air pollution by nearly half in central London and a fifth in inner London. The coming expansion will see five million more Londoners being able to breathe cleaner air. Cars, motorbikes, vans, minibuses and specialist vehicles must pay a £12.50 daily charge to go through the zone if they don't qualify.Furious motorists have railed against the plans, criticising Khan for adding more costs to drive during a cost of living crisis and disputing the environmental science behind the policy.
She said: "While it is a shame the High Court did not find the ULEZ expansion to be unlawful, there is no denying that Sadiq Khan's plans will have a devastating impact on families and businesses across the city. The opposing councils had complained about the consultation process as well as whether the scheme's expansion was within the mayor's powers.
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