New proposals may cut the cost of crossing (From News Shopper)

New proposals may cut the cost of crossing

10:53am Friday 5th January 2007 in

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THE Government has published proposals which could see discounts given to users of the Dartford crossing.

The plans are part of a 12-week consultation by the Department for Transport to discover people's views about the service provided by the bridge and tunnel linking north Kent to Essex.

Proposals include scrapping charges at night and giving discounts of up to 50p to holders of Dart-Tag - the pre-pay system for regular users.

Residents have until March 9 to take part in the consultation and submit ideas for reducing congestion on the crossing.

Transport minister Stephen Ladyman said: "I encourage anyone who would like to express a view on our proposals to use this as their opportunity."

To view consultation documents, visit dft.gov.uk/roads/dartfordconsultation