Policy Address

Tolls for Harbour Crossings

59.      The Government appreciates the public's concern about traffic congestion at the harbour crossings and the different toll levels.  We will commission a consultancy study on this issue this month.  While the complexity of the problem should not be underestimated, we will endeavour to find a long-term solution that is feasible in transport, financial and legal terms, and develop strategies for possible negotiations in the future.

60.      Adjusting the tolls of the three crossings alone cannot effectively solve the congestion problem.  Well-developed road links to the crossings are also a crucial factor.  Traffic congestion in Central and Wan Chai will not be alleviated until the Central-Wan Chai Bypass project is completed.  The Bypass will also help rationalise the traffic flow of the three crossings. 

 

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