New congestion plans for Birmingham
Date: 28 September 2007
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Authorities in the city of Birmingham are working on plans for a new congestion charge system for roads in the city and the West Midlands, despite widespread public opposition.
The proposals, which will tax motorists for commuting into the city, are likely to be finalised by the end of the year, according to the Birmingham Mail, and could have an affect on courier exchange. The city has already spent £6 million trying to find a solution for its mounting congestion problems.
A proposed scheme to split the city into different administrative zones with drivers being charged up to £5 a day for using their cars met universal criticism from the public when it was put into consultation in 2006.
Indeed, many experts believe that a congestion charge system like that in London is unviable in other areas of the country such as the West Midlands. Despite their arguments, it appears that more cities are going to implement road pricing schemes, if only to be eligible for government grants.
Manchester recently announced it was producing a scheme in order to qualify for government funds that it wishes to use to improve the region's metro system.
Nottingham, meanwhile, is planning a tax on work-related car parking places. By 2014, Nottingham is forecasting that it will cost commuters £350 a year to park at their workplace, while failure to do so could result in a £175 fine.
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