Motorists who use high-energy...
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The RAC Foundation polled...
The RAC Foundation polled drivers across the UK, and in some areas found as many as 95 per cent were opposed to pay-as-you-drive schemes.
Support was stronger in more congested regions, but it was dependent on how the revenue would be spent. For example, a third of those questioned in the North East said they would back the proposals if the money went on road maintenance. Meanwhile, nearly half of the respondents in East Anglia felt public transport should be a priority.
RAC Foundation boss Edmund King said: "This shows the public is still sceptical of road pricing. But if they can be convinced the money will be spent well, support will increase."