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The expansion, planned for August 29, had been challenged on the grounds that Mr. Khan, the mayor, had exceeded his powers in proposing to extend the clean air zone across all 33 boroughs from the inner boundary of the North and South Circular roads.
They raised concerns about the substantial number of vehicles failing to meet the Ulez emission rules, making them liable for the £12.50-a-day levy.
The mayor’s decision on the grant for the vehicle scrappage scheme was also deemed lawful by the court.
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They argued that excluding drivers living just outside the Greater London boundary from the scrappage scheme was a considered decision, aiming to target low-income Londoners and small businesses in the capital effectively.