Glasgow Clean Air Zone

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Introduction to the Glasgow Low Emission Zone

The Glasgow Low Emissions Zone (LEZ) has been live since 1st June 2023. The aim of the zone is to improve air quality in the city and reduce levels of harmful pollutants such as nitrogen oxides (NOx) and particulate matter (PM).

Boundaries of the low Emission Zone

The Glasgow Low Emission Zone covers an area within the city centre and part of the West End. The boundaries of the zone are marked by signs with the letters 'LEZ' and a solid blue circle. The zone covers the following streets:

Glasgow city centre
A section of the M8 motorway between the Charing Cross and Kingston Bridges
Part of the West End including Byres Road, Dumbarton Road and Great Western Road

Charges for Entering the Low Emission Zone

Vehicles that do not meet emissions standards must pay a daily charge to enter the Glasgow Low Emission Zone. The charges are as follows:

Initial Penalty: £60, reduced to £30 if paid within 14 days.
Subsequent Penalties: The charge doubles each time you enter the LEZ with the same non-compliant vehicle. For example, the second offence will cost £120.

The penalties are capped at:

Cars and Light Goods Vehicles: £480
Buses and Heavy Goods Vehicles (HGVs): £960

These charges apply to non-compliant vehicles every day of the year, including weekends and public holidays. Payment can be made online or by phone.

Exemptions to the Low Emission Zone Charges

Some vehicles are exempt from the Low Emission Zone charges, including:

Motorcycles and mopeds
Emergency service vehicles
Military vehicles
Historic vehicles
Disabled passenger vehicles
Vehicles used for agriculture or horticulture
Vehicles used for filming or broadcasting purposes

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Glasgow Low Emission Zone?

The Glasgow Low Emission Zone covers an area within the city centre and part of the West End. The boundaries of the zone are marked by signs with the letters LEZ and a solid blue circle. The zone covers the following streets: Glasgow city centre, a section of the M8 motorway between the Charing Cross and Kingston Bridges, and part of the West End including Byres Road, Dumbarton Road and Great Western Road.

How much will the Glasgow LEZ charges be?

Initial Penalty: £60, reduced to £30 if paid within 14 days. Subsequent Penalties: The charge doubles each time you enter the LEZ with the same non-compliant vehicle. For example, the second offence will cost £120.

What vehicles are exempt from Glasgow's LEZ?

Certain vehicles are exempt from LEZ restrictions, including: Blue badge holders, Emergency vehicles, Historic vehicles, Military vehicles, Showman vehicles, Vehicles for disabled people, Vehicles used for essential services.