Every Londoner whose vehicle does not meet emission standards can now take part in the Ultra Low Emission (ULEZ) scrappage scheme.
It comes as London Mayor Sadiq Khan confirmed that the scheme would be expanded to help all.
The ULEZ scrappage scheme means that anyone with a non-compliant vehicle can claim up to £2,000 to replace their vehicle with a complaint type.
The expansion follows news that a high court judge ruled the ULEZ expansion to all of Greater London can go ahead on August 29.
The ULEZ expansion will mean all drivers of non-complaint cars will be forced to pay a daily fee of £12.50.
NEW: Every single Londoner with a non ULEZ compliant vehicle will now be eligible for financial support.
I’ve continued to listen to Londoners’ concerns in recent months.
Expanding ULEZ was a difficult decision – but it’s the right one to save lives.pic.twitter.com/deAvqpGf71
— Sadiq Khan (@SadiqKhan) August 4, 2023
ULEZ scrappage scheme offered to all Londoners
Before the ULEZ scrappage scheme was expanded, it was only offered to means-tested benefits but now it will be available on a first-come first-served basis to all.
Plus, the announcement will also see more support offered to small businesses, charities and people with disabilities.
Speaking of ULEZ scrappage scheme expansion, Mayor Khan said: “As we continue to build a greener and healthier London for everyone, I’m determined that no Londoner and no London business is left behind.
“We need to take people with us on the path to a sustainable future.
“We are ensuring that help is now available for everyone, and I urge Londoners to come and get it.”
Good news from @MayorofLondon on expanding the #ULEZ scrappage scheme pic.twitter.com/Vj6ovlf5AA
— Fleur Anderson MP (@PutneyFleur) August 4, 2023
What does the ULEZ scrappage scheme offer?
Alongside Londoners claiming up to £2,000 to use towards a complaint vehicle, the expansion will also allow for van scrappage payment to increase from £5,000 to £7,000.
Whislt small businesses and sole traders will be able to scrap three vans or minibuses for payments between £5,000 to £6,000.
Charities will be offered increased payments for minibuses from £7,000 to £9,000.
Khan shared that the expansion will be funded by the £50m of City Hall’s reserves.
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