ULEZ: How to make the most of the £2,000 scrappage scheme

Grants of up to £2,000 are now available to all Londoners who want to scrap any car or motorcycle that is non-compliant with the Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ). We explain how it works and how to apply

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The capital is preparing for the expansion of the Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) to all 32 London boroughs from today (29 August).

Anyone driving in London, whose vehicle does not meet the ULEZ emissions standards and is not exempt, will have to pay a £12.50 daily charge to drive within the zone.

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