Hong Kong lawmakers have called for further cuts to the Tai Lam Tunnel tolls during off-peak hours, beyond the government’s proposed reduction in charges set to take effect in May.
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Secretary for Transport and Logistics Mable Chan said on Friday that the tunnel could see increased usage if there was a deeper drop in tolls, stressing that authorities would need to maintain a macro view on traffic management.
“Our main concern is to prevent traffic congestion,” she told lawmakers.
The Transport and Logistics Bureau last month floated a proposal of time-varying fees for the tunnel that connects Yuen Long with western Tsuen Wan.
Under the plan, tolls range from the steepest at HK$45 (US$5.80) during peak hours on weekdays and Saturdays, to HK$30 during normal time slots, and HK$18 for off-peak hours between Monday and Saturday, and throughout Sundays and public holidays.
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Taxis and commercial vehicles will be charged an all-day uniform toll of HK$28 and HK$43, respectively.