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Sadiq Khan says roadside pollutants falling faster in London than rest of UK

London's air quality improved under Mayor Sadiq Khan's tenure, with roadside pollutant levels dropping faster in the city due to the ultra-low emission zone (Ulez).
The GLA/TfL report highlights a significant reduction in NO2 pollutants in London between 2016 and 2023, with a 49% decrease despite a rise in the city's population.

Anti-Ulez vigilantes hang up bat boxes on camera poles in latest disruptive tactic

Anti-Ulez activists are hanging up bat boxes on Ulez camera poles to impede technicians.
The presence of bat roosts on camera poles may complicate maintenance in some parts of London.

Independent London mayoral candidate Andreas Michli pledges to scrap Ulez and congestion charge

A gym owner from Haringey claims that London's improved air quality cannot be attributed to the Ulez.
An analysis using TfL data found that the Ulez has reduced road traffic emissions in London by significant amounts.

Expanded Ulez has improved air quality - City Hall

London's Ultra Low Emission Zone (Ulez) extension positively impacted air quality, reducing harmful emissions from vehicles. Mayor claims success, while some criticize cost-effectiveness.

ULEZ has cut children's school car rides - study

The ULEZ led to a significant increase in walking and cycling among schoolchildren in London, showing potential benefits of clean air initiatives.

Less than 50% of car owners receive Ulez scrappage payment

Less than a third of van owners and less than half of car owners who applied for money from the Ulez scrappage fund have been successful.
The eligibility criteria for the Ulez scrappage fund were changed just a week before it was extended to cover all of outer London on August 29.

Sadiq Khan says roadside pollutants falling faster in London than rest of UK

London's air quality improved under Mayor Sadiq Khan's tenure, with roadside pollutant levels dropping faster in the city due to the ultra-low emission zone (Ulez).
The GLA/TfL report highlights a significant reduction in NO2 pollutants in London between 2016 and 2023, with a 49% decrease despite a rise in the city's population.

Anti-Ulez vigilantes hang up bat boxes on camera poles in latest disruptive tactic

Anti-Ulez activists are hanging up bat boxes on Ulez camera poles to impede technicians.
The presence of bat roosts on camera poles may complicate maintenance in some parts of London.

Independent London mayoral candidate Andreas Michli pledges to scrap Ulez and congestion charge

A gym owner from Haringey claims that London's improved air quality cannot be attributed to the Ulez.
An analysis using TfL data found that the Ulez has reduced road traffic emissions in London by significant amounts.

Expanded Ulez has improved air quality - City Hall

London's Ultra Low Emission Zone (Ulez) extension positively impacted air quality, reducing harmful emissions from vehicles. Mayor claims success, while some criticize cost-effectiveness.

ULEZ has cut children's school car rides - study

The ULEZ led to a significant increase in walking and cycling among schoolchildren in London, showing potential benefits of clean air initiatives.

Less than 50% of car owners receive Ulez scrappage payment

Less than a third of van owners and less than half of car owners who applied for money from the Ulez scrappage fund have been successful.
The eligibility criteria for the Ulez scrappage fund were changed just a week before it was extended to cover all of outer London on August 29.
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#public-safety

ULEZ explosion: trial date set for man accused of detonating camera

The trial of Kevin Rees, accused of damaging a ULEZ camera with an explosive, is postponed until 2026 due to health issues and legal proceedings.

Sidcup ULEZ campaigner who threatened engineers cries as he's spared jail

Nicholls faced legal consequences for threatening ULEZ camera workers, underscoring the importance of lawful conduct even in protests against public policies.

Temporary traffic lights in place after vandalism left junctions with no signals

Temporary traffic lights were installed after vandalism left major junctions in Rainham without signals for four days.

ULEZ explosion: trial date set for man accused of detonating camera

The trial of Kevin Rees, accused of damaging a ULEZ camera with an explosive, is postponed until 2026 due to health issues and legal proceedings.

Sidcup ULEZ campaigner who threatened engineers cries as he's spared jail

Nicholls faced legal consequences for threatening ULEZ camera workers, underscoring the importance of lawful conduct even in protests against public policies.

Temporary traffic lights in place after vandalism left junctions with no signals

Temporary traffic lights were installed after vandalism left major junctions in Rainham without signals for four days.
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#environmental-policy

Thousands more kids 'walk or cycle to school' due to the ULEZ

ULEZ expansion has led to a significant increase in school children walking or cycling to school in London.

Calls for ULEZ to be scrapped and replaced with Paris limited traffic zone

Londoners urge the replacement of ULEZ with a Limited Traffic Zone (LTZ) modeled after Paris to reduce pollution and improve public space.

Tories pledge to scrap outer London Ulez

Conservatives plan to scrap Outer London's Ultra Low Emission Zone (Ulez) if re-elected, aiming to support drivers.

Thousands more kids 'walk or cycle to school' due to the ULEZ

ULEZ expansion has led to a significant increase in school children walking or cycling to school in London.

Calls for ULEZ to be scrapped and replaced with Paris limited traffic zone

Londoners urge the replacement of ULEZ with a Limited Traffic Zone (LTZ) modeled after Paris to reduce pollution and improve public space.

Tories pledge to scrap outer London Ulez

Conservatives plan to scrap Outer London's Ultra Low Emission Zone (Ulez) if re-elected, aiming to support drivers.
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Bexley councillor wants to scrap Blackwall Tunnel tolls after outdated ULEZ motion

Bexley Council's motion discussions are limited to 30 minutes, resulting in frustrations and outdated proposals.
#vandalism

TfL to refund charges from vandalised Ulez cameras

TfL will cancel Ulez charges incorrectly issued due to vandalized cameras misaligned outside the zone.

Man sentenced for encouraging Ulez camera vandalism

A man was sentenced for inciting violence against Ulez camera operators, illustrating the legal boundaries of protest and intimidation.

Man admits urging others to damage Ulez cameras

A man pleaded guilty to inciting damage to Ulez cameras through social media.

Traffic lights at busy junction 'will be fixed ASAP' after 'dangerous' vandalism

Traffic light vandalism in Rainham poses serious safety risks; authorities are working to repair the damage promptly.

TfL to refund charges from vandalised Ulez cameras

TfL will cancel Ulez charges incorrectly issued due to vandalized cameras misaligned outside the zone.

Man sentenced for encouraging Ulez camera vandalism

A man was sentenced for inciting violence against Ulez camera operators, illustrating the legal boundaries of protest and intimidation.

Man admits urging others to damage Ulez cameras

A man pleaded guilty to inciting damage to Ulez cameras through social media.

Traffic lights at busy junction 'will be fixed ASAP' after 'dangerous' vandalism

Traffic light vandalism in Rainham poses serious safety risks; authorities are working to repair the damage promptly.
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#transport-for-london

Hundreds of Ulez non-compliant vehicles sent from London to Ukraine

More than 200 non-compliant vehicles from London's Ulez scheme have been redirected to Ukraine for humanitarian efforts, highlighting innovative recycling and support strategies.

Ulez scrappage scheme to close in September, Sadiq Khan announces

The Ulez scrappage scheme is ending, closing on September 7, 2023, after distributing almost 186 million to Londoners for compliant vehicle replacements.

ULEZ scrappage scheme set to close - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

TfL urges Londoners to apply for the ULEZ scrappage scheme by 7 September as it nears closure.
The scheme has effectively reduced non-compliant vehicles in London and offered substantial financial aid.,
Remaining funds from the scrappage scheme may be repurposed for future transport initiatives.

Mayor urged to chase up 370m in unpaid Ulez fines

Mayor Sadiq Khan must intensify collection efforts for unpaid Ulez fines to protect transport investment funding.

Thousands of EU citizens wrongly fined for breaching Ulez rules'

Transport for London (TfL) is accused of illegally obtaining the personal information of EU citizens to issue fines for driving in the Ultra Low Emission Zone (Ulez) in London.
Over 320,000 fines, some totaling thousands of Euros, have been sent out since 2021, leading to claims of one of the largest data breaches in EU history.
Several EU countries have confirmed that they cannot share driver data with the UK for enforcement of Ulez, and legal action has been taken by drivers and lorry drivers against TfL.

TfL could be forced to pay millions over Dutch lorry drivers' low emission zone fines

TfL may have to refund millions in fines to Dutch lorry drivers after unlawful charge issuance.

Hundreds of Ulez non-compliant vehicles sent from London to Ukraine

More than 200 non-compliant vehicles from London's Ulez scheme have been redirected to Ukraine for humanitarian efforts, highlighting innovative recycling and support strategies.

Ulez scrappage scheme to close in September, Sadiq Khan announces

The Ulez scrappage scheme is ending, closing on September 7, 2023, after distributing almost 186 million to Londoners for compliant vehicle replacements.

ULEZ scrappage scheme set to close - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

TfL urges Londoners to apply for the ULEZ scrappage scheme by 7 September as it nears closure.
The scheme has effectively reduced non-compliant vehicles in London and offered substantial financial aid.,
Remaining funds from the scrappage scheme may be repurposed for future transport initiatives.

Mayor urged to chase up 370m in unpaid Ulez fines

Mayor Sadiq Khan must intensify collection efforts for unpaid Ulez fines to protect transport investment funding.

Thousands of EU citizens wrongly fined for breaching Ulez rules'

Transport for London (TfL) is accused of illegally obtaining the personal information of EU citizens to issue fines for driving in the Ultra Low Emission Zone (Ulez) in London.
Over 320,000 fines, some totaling thousands of Euros, have been sent out since 2021, leading to claims of one of the largest data breaches in EU history.
Several EU countries have confirmed that they cannot share driver data with the UK for enforcement of Ulez, and legal action has been taken by drivers and lorry drivers against TfL.

TfL could be forced to pay millions over Dutch lorry drivers' low emission zone fines

TfL may have to refund millions in fines to Dutch lorry drivers after unlawful charge issuance.
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1.6m spend on ULEZ-compliant buses agreed

Havering council plans to replace aging buses to reduce costs and meet ULEZ requirements.
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3 months ago

Sadiq Khan refuses to rule out sending in bailiffs as TfL owed nearly 400m in unpaid Ulez fines

The amount owed to TfL for unpaid clean air levies has risen to £376 million, with bad debts exceeding £450 million.
TfL faces substantial challenges with unpaid fines, prompting considerations of further actions.
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3 months ago

The London Buzz - 22nd August 2024

The escalating opposition to ULEZ is highlighted by vigilante actions against surveillance cameras.
Successful negotiation led to a cancellation of a bin strike in Redbridge, benefiting workers with better terms.
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Hundreds of protesters descend on Biggin Hill for 'Funeral for Ulez' march

Protesters in Biggin Hill declared Ulez 'dead' at a funeral event against Sadiq Khan's clean air zone.
Protesters in Biggin Hill celebrated absence of Ulez cameras by organizing a Day of the Dead-themed event with a funeral procession.

'Why no Havering data?': Council leader questions ULEZ expansion impact

Havering's council leader questions the efficacy and impact of the expanded ULEZ due to a lack of specific local data.

London mayoral election: How has Sadiq Khan's Ulez scheme and other transport policies helped the capital?

Sadiq Khan's transport policies, including Ulez, have significantly improved London's air quality, garnering praise from environmental groups despite some controversies.

Conservatives attack Labour over public sector pay settlements UK politics live

Sadiq Khan to end Ulez scrappage scheme by September 7.
Priti Patel champions high migration levels for NHS and economic support.
Retail sales rise by 0.5% in July after previous decline.

Sadiq Khan admits mayoral elections will be judgement day on Ulez and other transport policies

Mayoral elections will be a judgment day on the popularity of Sadiq Khan's transport policies like Ulez.

Sadiq Khan rules out Ulez expansion if he wins Mayoral election

Sadiq Khan pledges not to expand Ulez or introduce pay-per-mile scheme
Focus on other measures to tackle air pollution like walking/cycling routes, energy-efficient buildings, and electric vehicle charging stations

Hundreds of protesters descend on Biggin Hill for 'Funeral for Ulez' march

Protesters in Biggin Hill declared Ulez 'dead' at a funeral event against Sadiq Khan's clean air zone.
Protesters in Biggin Hill celebrated absence of Ulez cameras by organizing a Day of the Dead-themed event with a funeral procession.

'Why no Havering data?': Council leader questions ULEZ expansion impact

Havering's council leader questions the efficacy and impact of the expanded ULEZ due to a lack of specific local data.

London mayoral election: How has Sadiq Khan's Ulez scheme and other transport policies helped the capital?

Sadiq Khan's transport policies, including Ulez, have significantly improved London's air quality, garnering praise from environmental groups despite some controversies.

Conservatives attack Labour over public sector pay settlements UK politics live

Sadiq Khan to end Ulez scrappage scheme by September 7.
Priti Patel champions high migration levels for NHS and economic support.
Retail sales rise by 0.5% in July after previous decline.

Sadiq Khan admits mayoral elections will be judgement day on Ulez and other transport policies

Mayoral elections will be a judgment day on the popularity of Sadiq Khan's transport policies like Ulez.

Sadiq Khan rules out Ulez expansion if he wins Mayoral election

Sadiq Khan pledges not to expand Ulez or introduce pay-per-mile scheme
Focus on other measures to tackle air pollution like walking/cycling routes, energy-efficient buildings, and electric vehicle charging stations
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What is the difference between London's ULEZ and LEZ?

The Ulez and Lez in London aim to reduce emissions through charges, affecting different types of vehicles based on emission standards.

Plans to close two major roads in Croydon delayed

Roadworks postponed at Coulsdon Road and Stites Hill Road to improve local drainage system and reduce flooding risks.

Convoy of scrapped ULEZ vehicles from London arrive in Ukraine

Vehicles donated through London's ULEZ scrappage scheme are being used for humanitarian and medical purposes in Ukraine.

Labour eyes gains in suburban London as general election looms

Labour eyes Tory-dominated seats in outer London for general election majority.

Susan Hall: Who is the Tory London mayoral candidate planning to recruit more police

Susan Hall, Conservative candidate for London mayor, promises to scrap Ulez expansion, prioritize building affordable homes, recruit more police, and focus on green choices for Londoners.

ULEZ ads branded 'misleading' amid pollution claims, watchdog rules

An advert for the expansion of the ULEZ in London has been deemed misleading by the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA).
Transport for London (TfL) made claims about pollution levels and reductions that were not based on proper measurements, according to the ASA.

Mayoral candidate who would abolish Ulez said it has 'minimal effect' on air quality

The gym owner believes that the Ulez has had a minimal effect on improving air quality in London.
He suggests that advances in technology may have played a role in reducing air pollution.

London Ulez averts more air pollution than that caused by capital's airports, report shows

London's ultra-low emission zones have averted more toxic air pollution than the capital's airports, river and rail transport combined.
Improvements in air quality from the Ulez policies rival the potential savings from cleaning up aviation, industrial and commercial heat and power generation.

Sadiq Khan faces backlash after blocking scheme to send non-ULEZ cars to Ukraine

London Mayor Sadiq Khan has blocked the request to send non-ULEZ cars to Ukraine due to a legal threshold.
The ULEZ scrappage scheme in London allows motorists to claim £2,000 if they scrap their non-compliant vehicle.

Bomb attack on Ulez camera grotesquely irresponsible', says London mayor

The London mayor's office condemns the attack on a camera enforcing the Ulez, stating that lives were put at risk.
Counter-terror officers are leading the investigation, although the incident is not being treated as terrorism.

Tories embroiled in hypocrisy row over anti-Ulez pledge

Conservatives facing hypocrisy row over Rishi Sunak's backing drivers bill despite previous ministerial support for similar measures.
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