Scottish drivers are being warned that the country's first Low emission zone (LEZ) comes into force this week
Scottish drivers are being warned that the country's first Low emission zone is coming into force this week.
From then, motorists caught driving in the LEZ with a non-compliant vehicle could be hit with a £60 fine that could run up to a staggering £480. You can not pay to enter a LEZ, but certain vehicles are exempt from the scheme's regulations. It also covers frrom the River Clyde to the south and Saltmarket/High Street to the east. The M8 motorway is not included within Glasgow's LEZ.
You can use the Transport Scotland's vehicle registration checker to see if your vehicle will comply.Top Health Stories Today Exemptions Motorcycles and mopeds are unaffected by LEZ requirements and can travel freely through the area.Blue Badge holders who require exemptions can register their details on Transport Scotland's LEZ exemption system.
Transport Scotland has also installed signage on the M8 so that those exiting the motorway for the city centre are aware of the zone area.
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