Tunnel Tolls Spark South London Uproar

Bracing for hefty tolls, London's outer boroughs like Greenwich, Bromley, and Bexley are up in arms about the new charges for Silvertown and Blackwall tunnels. These fees, effective since April 7, are catching flak for being a commuter burden, especially for those dependent on these crossings. While Mayor @SadiqKhan believes these tolls will curtail pollution and enhance public transport, local councils argue the historical free status of Blackwall makes the charges unjust. This tension underscores the ongoing struggle for balance in infrastructure costs and commuter fairness.