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drivers could soon pay to drive in london — per mile. a charge of up to £2 a mile is being suggested by the mayor of london's office in an effort to meet emissions targets. a report released today suggests the new pricing structure would replace the two current charges, the congestion charge and the ultra low emission zone fee. transport for london says it will gauge public opinion first — with any new charge being implemented in two years' time. tom edwards has been speaking to the mayor, sadiq khan. some big radical ideas from the mayor and probably the most eye—catching is the clean air charge where petrol and diesel vehicles could have to pay about £2 a day to drive in london. let's speak to the mayor now. are you prepared for a backlash, because there will be a backlash? i'm quite clear, we need to tackle the triple challenges of tackling climate change, of reducing air pollution, and cutting congestion and if we're serious about getting to net zero carbon by 2030 this report today is a wake—up call to the government to give us more support, both powers and funding