Mr Khan emphasized that the toll charged for the Silvertown tunnel, which is designed to reduce traffic on the Blackwall Tunnel, will be necessary to cover the £2.2 billion cost of its construction and operation under a PFI scheme. He mentioned that this cost principle was supported by his predecessor, Boris Johnson, who also believed users should fund the tunnel instead of burdening taxpayers or other public transport users.
The Transport for London consultation attracted considerable attention, prompting Mr Khan to highlight plans for free bus and DLR services across the Thames at Silvertown and discounted fees for low-income residents and small businesses. Despite these concessions, the proposed 8 charge during peak hours for a round trip sparked significant backlash, with opponents arguing that such tolls are excessively high and could potentially force individuals to re-evaluate their employment situations.
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