 Bill, with its nationwide ban expected to come into full effect in 2023. It was delayed in 2021 but is set to be implemented from August. Drivers could face a £70 fixed penalty notice for parking on a pavement if the law is enforced. Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV) levy HGV's that weigh over 12 tonnes have to pay a levy charge to cover the gradual damage they cause to our roads. But this cost was suspended when the Covid Pandemic hit, and was continued for another year in August 2022. However, this will also come to an end this month and see the HGV levy return. ULEZ and Clean Air Zones London's Ultra Low Emission Zone will be extending to all 33 London boroughs from August 29, 2023. The policy is designed to improve air quality and reduce pollution. Those whose car's do not comply with the minimum emission standards can pay £12.50 a day. Manchester , Tyneside , and Sheffield have all also introduced similar clean air schemes. They appear to be working, as TfL reported more than four out of five motors now meet the minimum emission levels. Sheffield is kickstarting a Class C zone on February 27 this month, which will involve buses, coaches, taxis, private hire vehicles, heavy goods vehicles, vans and minibuses. The charge will be between £10 and £50 per day. In Glasgow , from June 1, 2023, motorists have be){kind=link}
MOTORISTS have been warned about new driving charges set to hit from today – here’s what you need to know.
This month there will be several new motor charges and rules implemented on the roads, including Ultra Low Emission Zones, pavement parking and HGV levy tax.
The pavement parking ban is designed to help protect the safety of pedestrians and keep pathways more accessible.
Scotland was the first country in the UK to ban pavement parking, in 2019 they passed the Transport (Scotland) Bill, with its nationwide ban expected to come into full effect in 2023.
It was delayed in 2021 but is set to be implemented from August.