Blackpool clean air zone 'would destroy small businesses and marginalise the poor', says petition
A petition has been launched opposing the introduction of a clean air zone in Blackpool which would charge non-electric vehicle users to drive around the town.
The clean air zone formed part of a list of recommendations which were made to Blackpool Council by the resort's first ever Climate Assembly, which was a group of 40 residents giving their views in 2021. The proposals said that Blackpool Council should implement an ultra-low emissions zone in the town centre by 2027, charging vehicles that are not electric for access. It is understood the council is yet to make a decision either way on this.
It adds: “Blackpool should implement an ultra low emissions zone in the town centre by 2027, charging cars that are not electric to enter the busiest area. An increase in the use of electric vehicles across the system should be encouraged. Businesses need to increase the charging points they provide to their staff and customers to make it as easy as possible for people to use an electric vehicle themselves.
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