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A proposed increase in the toll for cars using the Tyne Tunnel by 10p to £1.10 was agreed by the Tyne and Wear Passenger Transport Authority today (September 28).
The proposed increase is part of the transitional arrangements in the development of a second vehicle tunnel. Proposed tolls for HGVs will rise from £1.20 to £1.50. The decision now has to be ratified by the Secretary of State for Transport and, subject to his approval, will take effect from January 1 2007. Paul Fenwick, project director of the New Tyne Crossing, said: “By increasing tolls in small incremental amounts we hope that tunnel users will continue to see the Tyne Tunnel as a cost-effective option for their journeys. “Tolls were increased to £1 for cars around five years ago, so a 10p rise is less than inflation over that period.” It is estimated that the toll for cars at the Tyne Tunnel could range between £1.55 and £2.10 at today’s prices once the second vehicle tunnel is opened, which is expected to be in 2011. Ends Issued by Bradley O’Mahoney Public Relations. Media contacts: Richard Simpson 07821 537106 or Felicity Amer 0191 281 8833.
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