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Congestion Zone Guides

Congestion charges are not the same as emissions charges. They exist to cut traffic rather than pollution, so even an electric car can now face one. London's Congestion Charge is the best known at £15 a day, and other cities are exploring similar schemes of their own.

If you drive into a charging city, knowing the boundaries and hours saves you an unwelcome penalty. The guides below explain how congestion charging works in London, Birmingham and Cambridge, including who pays, who is exempt, and how to pay on time.

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