Concerns at City Hall highlight that only 1,131 individuals, businesses, and charities have applied for discounts for the upcoming Silvertown Tunnel, which opens on April 7. Despite a 50% discount for low-income residents and reduced fees for small businesses, the application rate is alarmingly low. London Assembly leader Hina Bokhari urged better outreach to local communities. Transport for London is conducting a campaign to raise awareness. The Silvertown Tunnel will feature peak and off-peak charges similar to the existing Blackwall Tunnel, which will adopt these fees post-opening.
"Only 1,131 Londoners, businesses and charities have applied for discounts to drive through the Silvertown and Blackwall tunnels, a figure that raises considerable concern."
"Hina Bokhari expressed that the low take-up of the discounts is very worrying, calling for the mayor to ensure that local people are fully informed about available discounts."
"The mayor's office states that Transport for London has initiated a comprehensive multi-channel campaign aimed at raising awareness of these discounts among residents and businesses."
"The Silvertown Tunnel, opening on April 7, will charge £4 at peak hours, with off-peak costs set at £1.50, whilst the Blackwall Tunnel will implement similar fees thereafter."
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