Huge boost for Ukraine with arrival of convoy of 20 vehicles scrapped under Ulez scheme from London to bolster war effort

A convoy of 20 vehicles donated through London’s ultra-low emission zone scrappage scheme arrived in Ukraine at the weekend.

They are among around 100 donated to British-Ukrainian Aid for humanitarian and medical purposes in the war with Russia.

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About half have already been sent to Ukraine, with another 13 on the way.

The Ulez area was expanded by London Mayor Sadiq Khan to include the entire capital in August last year, making it the largest pollution charging area in the world.

Polluting vehicles that are not exempt from the expanded emission zone’s £12.50 daily charge could be scrapped under a £160m TfL compensation scheme.

Since March, unwanted vehicles can also be donated to Ukraine if they can be used to transport medical aid or similar purposes.

A BUAID spokesperson said: “We remain immensely grateful for the support given to us by the Mayors of London and Kiev, and our many partners, supporters and donors.

“Vehicles that would otherwise be scrapped are saving lives in Ukraine and we know that each of them is valued and valuable.

“It’s great to see people showing the Dunkirk spirit that Churchill spoke of in the Second World War by making transport available to those who are under threat from a relentless enemy.”

TfL head of transport strategy and planning, Lucy Hayward-Speight, said: “The scrapping scheme has provided support for people to make the green transition alongside the introduction of Ulez in London.

“As well as helping to clean up the capital’s toxic air, Londoners are also demonstrating their concern for others by choosing to provide vital aid to those who find themselves in the most unimaginable circumstances in Ukraine.

“We would encourage anyone eligible to donate their vehicle if they can.”

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