THE impact of the coronavirus crisis has led to a further delay in the introduction of the Clean Air Zone (CAZ) in Birmingham.
The CAZ, an area within the A4540 outer ring road, had been due to come into operation in July.
The measure, which will charge high-polluting vehicles for entering the city centre, will now not come into force until next year, although no firm date has been set.
Concern about the impact of Covid-19 on businesses had prompted Birmingham City Council to ask for the delay.
The city council had asked officials to agree to the delay due to the “profound impact” of coronavirus on the economy.
When it comes into force, drivers of high polluting cars will face a charge of £8 to enter the zone and buses and HGVs £50.
