Sadiq Khan could be forced to ditch his planned expansion of London’s ultra-low emission zone (ULEZ) after being dealt a fatal blow to Labour in last week’s Uxbridge by-election. The Mayor of London is now being told by the party’s top brass to think again about the much-hated scheme which has sparked protests from peopleContinue reading “There’s A Possibility That Sadiq Khan’s Much-Criticised Expansion Of The ULEZ Scheme Will Be Scrapped “
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Sadiq Khan Now Threatens To Use Hidden Mobile Cameras In ULEZ Zones
Sadiq Khan could be set to ramp up efforts to enforce his ULEZ scheme with the use of mobile cameras after at least 200 cameras have been vandalised by Londoners so far. The move has sparked concern amongst sceptics over whether Transport for London (TfL) will be able to implement the mayor’s clean air directive.Continue reading “Sadiq Khan Now Threatens To Use Hidden Mobile Cameras In ULEZ Zones”
Sadiq Khan Is To Be Exposed For Who He Really Is, According To Susan Hall
Susan Hall vowed to expose Sadiq Khan for who he really is after she was chosen as the Tory candidate for London mayor to take on the Labour incumbent. The London Assembly member and local councillor will endeavour to stop Sadiq Khan from winning a third term as the capital’s mayor in next May’s election.Continue reading “Sadiq Khan Is To Be Exposed For Who He Really Is, According To Susan Hall”
Sadiq Khan’s Hated ULEZ Expansion
A High Court challenge by five Conservative-led councils against London Mayor Sadiq Khan’s plan to expand the Ultra Low Emission Zone (Ulez) will be heard today. The outer London boroughs of Bexley, Bromley, Harrow and Hillingdon along with Surrey County Council started legal action in February over the proposed extension. A High Court judge gaveContinue reading “Sadiq Khan’s Hated ULEZ Expansion”
Labour-Run Council Splashes Out Nearly £50,000 On LGBT-Friendly Rainbow Junction, Sparking Fury
It’s emerged that a ‘rainbow junction’ in support of the LGBT community cost taxpayers almost £50,000. The four crossings, painted in the coloured stripes of the Progressive Pride flag was rolled out in Chiswick High Road in February by the Labour-run Hounslow council. According to a newspaper outlet, disability campaigners were left furious when itContinue reading “Labour-Run Council Splashes Out Nearly £50,000 On LGBT-Friendly Rainbow Junction, Sparking Fury”
Labour’s Ulez Britain
Labour is under pressure to rule out expanding a Ulez-style emissions tax from London to other major cities in the United Kingdom if it wins the next election. A policy document drafted by Sir Keir Starmer’s party supports the concept of clean air zones in major urban areas alongside the expansion of public transport. LondonContinue reading “Labour’s Ulez Britain”
A Brexit-Style In-Out Vote May Be Granted To London Boroughs Over Ulez
Voters could be given the opportunity to scrap an extension of Sadiq Khan’s green Ulez vehicle tax if the Tories take power in London. Samuel Kasumu, an ex-adviser to Boris Johnson who wants to be the Tory contender at the next mayoral election, has said he would permit outer boroughs to hold referenda on remainingContinue reading “A Brexit-Style In-Out Vote May Be Granted To London Boroughs Over Ulez”
Since Sadiq Khan Effectively Banned Wood Burners In London Homes, Two Councils Have Threatened To Clamp Down On Log Fires
The burning issue of log fires has been taken up by two councils, in a proposal to decrease air pollution. Bedford and West Northamptonshire councils are said to be exploring whether to expand smoke control zones to outlaw the niche heating fittings. While the vast preponderance of homes in the country relies on normal gasContinue reading “Since Sadiq Khan Effectively Banned Wood Burners In London Homes, Two Councils Have Threatened To Clamp Down On Log Fires”
The Elizabeth Line Opens For Sunday Services
Sadiq Khan has called the huge success of the Elizabeth Line as Sunday services and more direct routes were opened. The Mayor of London joined transport leaders to ride the £19 billion railway from Stratford to Paddington. The trip marked the opening of direct routes across the line as well as a seven-day service forContinue reading “The Elizabeth Line Opens For Sunday Services”
Today Is Freedom (From Masks) Day!
Large numbers of shoppers and commuters have continued wearing masks despite a rift of COVID curbs in England including face coverings and vaccine passports being scrapped. Supermarkets and public transport operators are still demanding customers do the right thing and cover their faces despite COVID cases, hospitalisations and deaths all falling in the past 24Continue reading “Today Is Freedom (From Masks) Day!”
THE MONTHLY MOSQUITO 