The Silvertown tunnel, a £2.2 billion transportation project, is set to open, providing an essential link over the Thames and easing congestion at the Blackwall tunnel. Though located in a polluted area, it aims to alleviate traffic and reduce pollution by shortening queues for both cars and buses. The project will charge tolls, which have sparked debate over traffic growth and equity in transportation access in London, particularly contrasting east and west London. Discounts for low-income users seek to address some of these concerns.
The Silvertown tunnel is a 0.9-mile, £2.2bn project aiming to improve crossriver transport links, despite being in a heavily polluted area.
Transport for London states that Silvertown will alleviate congestion at the Blackwall tunnel and reduce pollution by shortening daily traffic queues.
Critics argue that more roads lead to increased traffic; TfL acknowledges the need for tolls to manage traffic flow effectively over new routes.
While prices start at £4 for the Silvertown tunnel, discounts will benefit low-income residents, contrasting the disparities in east and west London transport facilities.
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