“School run” drivers to be charged

30 Apr 2008

Richmond-upon-Thames Council tries a scheme to charge drivers on basis of their cars' CO2 emissions for parking outside schools. Up to £75 a year have to be paid for cars with high CO2 emissions.

From September parents need a parking permit allowing them to park in designated areas around thirteen primary and infant schools in the borough. The Council offers reduced taxes for smaller cars and the lowest-emitting vehicles won't be charged at all.