Pay As You Drive

 

We must first look at why congestion happens.

I have not seen a survey which shows why people drive long distances or in fact use overcrowded trains in the same way.

We may find that many travel these distances to get to and from work. So perhaps in this case we should build more affordable housing in parts of the country where it is needed.

Overall the solution to remove the congestion will be to make it more efficient NOT to travel. These are a few ideas.

1. Everybody should have access to broadband.
2. More affordable houses in places where they are needed.
3. Better Park and Ride.
4. Subsidised taxis.
5. Raise the tax on all energy and drop income and inheritance tax.

Unfortunately, affordable houses in the right places, which really cut traffic never get built as they lower house prices.

Whatever politicians do, house prices must continue to rise. That is Rule 1 of staying in power.