16 Nov 2023

Business advocates support congestion charge in Auckland

From Morning Report, 7:26 am on 16 November 2023

Business advocates are backing Auckland mayor Wayne Brown's plan to introduce congestion charges to some of the city's busiest roads.

The Employers and Manufacturers Association says a charge would bring economic and social benefits to the city.

Auckland Council will meet on Thursday to discuss the introduction of the so-called 'Time of Use Charge', which would see people paying around $3.50-$5 to use specific roads during peak-time travel.

Employers and Manufacturers Association head of advocacy, strategy and finance Allan McDonald spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

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