RHA responds to Dartford Crossing charge increase

It was announced today that the Dartford Crossing charge is to increase from September. 

Commenting, Road Haulage Association (RHA) Policy Lead James Barwise said:

We recently welcomed the Lower Thames Crossing decision as an essential infrastructure project that we want delivered as soon as possible. However, given project delays to date, Dartford remains the only practical Thames crossing for HGVs and coaches in the South-East.

It's therefore regrettable that the charge increase has been so significant. This adds to running costs at an already financially challenging time for many businesses in our sector (HGVs, Coaches & Vans) and ultimately pushes up prices for consumers.

The RHA will continue to engage with decision-makers on this. 

Notes:

While UK inflation has fallen sharply throughout the past couple of years, the costs of running a typical 44-tonne HGV (excluding fuel) has risen significantly above inflation.