Commuting in East London is about to get more expensive. Mayor Sadiq Khan has officially confirmed the introduction of new Blackwall Tunnel fees to help fund the upcoming Silvertown Tunnel project. This decision has sparked intense debate among local residents and small business owners who rely on the crossing daily. Here is a detailed breakdown of the toll charges, the timeline for implementation, and who might be eligible for exemptions.
Both of these tunnels will improve London’s transport links, boost the economy, and reduce traffic congestion.
The Blackwall Tunnel comprises a pair of road tunnels running under the River Thames in East London, connecting Blackwall in Tower Hamlets on the north side with Greenwich in the Royal Borough of Greenwich on the south side. It is part of the
