Drivers could face congestion charge across Edinburgh

Drivers in Edinburgh could soon face a levy for bringing their vehicles into the city centre.

Proposals for a road toll in the capital were rejected in a 2005 referendum – but councillors are once again exploring how a new scheme would operate.

They say a levy could help combat heavy traffic and air pollution while funding better public transport and infrastructure.

At the moment, London is the only city in the UK to have introduced a congestion charge for vehicles entering its city centre, costing drivers £18 per day.

Before any congestion charges can go ahead here, existing legislation may need to be updated. The Scottish Government is currently setting up a working group to examine the issue.