Following Richmond council's decision to introduce different rates for parking permits based on vehicle fuel emissions, a third of London's 32 boroughs are now looking into similar schemes.
- Before the end of May, Camden will adopt the new measures. Camden is also encouraging owners of electric vehicles to charge their batteries with power generated from renewable energy sources by setting up free charging points around the borough.
- Brighton and Hove last week agreed a 50 percent increase in the price of permits for the most polluting vehicles within a few months, taking it to 120 pounds. The proceeds will be used to fund environmental projects, including green modes of transport, the council has said.
- The city of Manchester has developed a green badge parking scheme, which allows drivers of eco-friendly vehicles to park in town at a significantly reduced rate.
- York is also offering motorists a 50 percent reduction in the cost of residential parking permits for small and less polluting cars.
If we want to reduce car congestion in Coventry, we're going to have to bite the bullet and adopt some/all of these measures.
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