Petrol and diesel drivers risk being priced off roads as Labour targets cars with double charges next month

Petrol and diesel drivers risk being priced off roads as Labour targets cars with double charges next month

Drivers of petrol and diesel cars have been warned they will face significantly higher parking costs from next month after a Labour-run council approved sweeping fee increases of up to 49 per cent.The changes, due to take effect from February 19, were signed off by Lambeth Council using delegated powers, meaning no full public consultation was required.Under the new rules, diesel car owners will be hit hardest, with existing surcharges for these…