Remove the Tolls from the Tyne Tunnels

Rejected 21 signatures

What the petition asks

The Tyne Tunnel tolls place an unfair burden on everyday commuters, costing drivers over £1,200 a year just to get to work. Other UK crossings have scrapped tolls—why not here? It's time to make travel fair. Sign now to demand toll-free access for non-commercial drivers!

The government must act to remove Tyne Tunnel tolls, which unfairly burden commuters and essential workers. While other UK crossings are toll-free, North East drivers are still charged for using vital infrastructure. With rising living costs, this extra expense adds unnecessary financial strain. The tunnels are essential, not a luxury—ordinary people shouldn’t be penalized for daily travel. It's time for fair, toll-free access to this key route.

Why it was rejected

It was about a matter for a local council or devolved government, not the UK Government or Parliament.

We can’t accept petitions that request action at a local level.

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Timeline

19 Mar 2025	Petition opened for signatures
10 Apr 2025	Rejected by the Petitions Committee

Key facts

Signatures 21

Status Rejected

Rejected 10 Apr 2025

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