Decision details

Report of the Cabinet Member for Environment and Transport seeking a decision to propose an amendment to the Toll Order which would introduce a new vehicle class for an electric vehicle and set a charge for that class.

To delegate authority to the Service Director, Transactions and Universal Services to publish notice of an amendment to the Itchen Bridge Tolls Order introducing a new class of vehicle (Electric) for which there will be a zero charge concession until air quality standards have improved and / or the maintenance requirements of the bridge require further consideration of proposed charging structures.

To encourage drivers to use electric vehicles for the benefit of air quality in Southampton, in the region of the A3025 and the City Centre to improve the quality of the environment in the areas adjacent to the Itchen Bridge where traffic congestion occurs at peak times.

Not amending the Toll Order.