The recently opened Silvertown Tunnel, costing £2.2 billion, connects Greenwich to Newham under the Thames, aiming to relieve congestion at the older Blackwall Tunnel which experiences frequent closures. Proposed by Mayor Sadiq Khan, it introduces tolls—£4 during peak times—to regulate traffic, funded by private borrowing to be repaid over 25 years. While exemptions exist for certain users, opposition arises from those fearing increased congestion and pollution. The tunnel represents a notable change for east London and introduces the first road access charge since the congestion charge's inception in 2002.
The new Silvertown Tunnel is designed to alleviate congestion at the Blackwall Tunnel, enhancing connectivity across the Thames despite concerns over pollution and traffic increase.
The Silvertown Tunnel's tolls aim to control vehicle numbers while funding the £2.2 billion project through private borrowing, marking a significant shift in London's transport approach.
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