Recent news surrounding London's Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) has been dominated by protests, vandalism, and legal challenges following its expansion to cover all London boroughs. Reports of vandalism targeting enforcement cameras and opposition to the daily charges for drivers of older, more polluting vehicles have sparked controversy and political tensions. Additionally, the arrest of individuals suspected of conspiring to commit criminal damage to ULEZ cameras has added to the ongoing debate surrounding the environmental initiative.
The ULEZ was first introduced in Central London in April 2019 under Mayor Sadiq Khan's administration, with the aim of reducing air pollution and improving public health. It charges a fee to the most polluting vehicles entering the designated area. The zone was later expanded to cover the entire city, requiring drivers of non-compliant vehicles to pay a daily charge. The ULEZ has been praised for leading to a reduction in the number of worst-polluting vehicles on the roads and contributing to cleaner air across London. However, it has also faced criticism and challenges, including concerns about its impact on low-income drivers and the effectiveness of the measures in combating pollution.
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The stretch of road in Surrey is due to reopen at 06:00 BST after closing all weekend for roadworks.
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Sadiq Khan says Ulez will not include pay-per-mile charges or tighter restrictions while he is mayor.
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The Great Smog of 1952 led to the deaths of 12,000 London residents in just four months.
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Hundreds of thousands of EU citizens were wrongly fined for driving in London's Ultra Low Emission Zone (Ulez) due to a data breach.
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Vandals destroyed traffic lights and ULEZ cameras in south-east London, leading to a car crash that injured a six-year-old girl and an adult.
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Great Ormond Street hospital is embedding data on air pollution levels into patients' electronic files to assess potential exposure risks.
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European cities are implementing measures such as congestion charges, parking restrictions, and increased investment in public transport and cycle lanes to reduce road traffic and combat air pollution.
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Two men arrested on suspicion of causing explosion with improvised bomb in London
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An explosive device damaged a Ulez camera in Sidcup, London, just hours after it was installed.
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The Ultra Low Emission Zone expansion in London has led to a notable increase in compliant vehicles and a reduction in non-compliant vehicles, resulting in cleaner air across the city.
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Former GB News presenter Laurence Fox arrested on suspicion of conspiring to commit criminal damage to ULEZ cameras and encouraging or assisting offences to be committed.
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Opponents of London's ULEZ expansion are targeting camera vans enforcing the rules, with instances of vandalism and sabotage reported.
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Energy bills are set to remain high as the colder months approach, despite a drop in the Ofgem energy price cap from October 1.
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MPs warn of cybersecurity risks and urge government to introduce relevant legislation for self-driving vehicles in the UK
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Protesters disabled dozens of enforcement cameras ahead of the extension of London's ultra-low emission zone (Ulez).
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Historic Royal Palaces advises visitors on how to avoid Ulez fees when visiting Hampton Court Palace in London.
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London's Ultra-Low Emission Zone (Ulez) expanded to cover the entire city, aiming to improve air quality and reduce pollution-related health issues.
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The Ultra Low Emission Zone (Ulez) was expanded to cover all London boroughs, leading to protests, legal challenges, and political tensions.
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London's Ultra Low Emission Zone has been extended to outer boroughs, leading to protests and controversy.
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London's ultra-low emission zone (Ulez) expands to cover the entire city, requiring drivers of older, more polluting vehicles to pay a daily charge.