Sir, – Regarding the recent increases in toll charges on the motorways, may I make an observation?
On the M50, northbound drivers from junction 15 to junction 7, and southbound drivers from junction 1 to junction 6 incur no charges whatsoever. These motorists contribute zero yet benefit from a significant asset.
Isn’t it time to charge the toll relevant to the distance travelled on the M50?
This was the case on the Autostrada in Italy when I and friends enjoyed a wonderful road trip to Italia ‘90.
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With this in place, all users will contribute to the upkeep of the roads on a “pro rata” basis. Those opposed to tolls have the option of using other roads, that originally necessitated the need for the “toll” element of our road network.
“You cannot have it both ways” comes to mind. – Yours, etc,
LIAM CLARKE,
Ballinteer,
Dublin 16
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