Councils set out Clean Air Zone launch proposals

Proposals for a phased introduction of Newcastle and Gateshead’s Clean Air Zone are to be considered by councillors later this month.

The proposals would see the Clean Air Zone (CAZ) brought into operation later this year, with drivers of non-compliant vehicles entering the zone being sent warning letters, along with details about financial support, from November.

Subject to government approval, charges for non-compliant taxis, buses and HGVs would begin from 30 January 2023 and non-compliant vans would face charges to enter the CAZ from July 2023.

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Helen Stuart
Clean Air Zone - Newsletter June 2022

From Tuesday 21 June, the Newcastle and Gateshead Clean Air Zone has been added to the government’s online vehicle checker.

This means that you can now check whether your vehicle will be charged to enter the zone, which will cover most of Newcastle city centre as well as routes across the Tyne, Swing, High Level and Redheugh bridges.

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Helen Stuart
Businesses to be given longer to get CAZ ready

Plans to introduce a Clean Air Zone (CAZ) in Newcastle and Gateshead are to be postponed to allow more time for people and businesses to get ready.

Local business leaders have welcomed the decision, which councils have confirmed is in response to concerns over drivers and firms needing more time to access financial support.

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Helen Stuart