Case Study - Traffic Congestion

Question 1

What is our case study for this?

Answer 1

London

Question 2

Use one or more case studied to show how traffic problems can be solved in urban areas in richer countries

Answer 2

• Traffic problems have been tackled in the city of London through the introduction of boris bikes scheme.
• This scheme allows you to hire bicycles to use to travel around London for a small fee.

Question 3

How has London tackled traffic problems? (L)

Answer 3

• By ensuring that people are able to access public transport more easily than using cars which cause pollution and congestion

Question 4

What has been set up in London? (Still answering CS)

Answer 4

• Car club to tackle traffic problems while easing congestion.
• The scheme at the same time encourages its sustainable
  lifestyle
• The scheme allows you to hire a car to use to travel around the city with your fee depending on how long you drive for

Question 5

Why was the Congestion Charge’ brought in?

Answer 5

• To tackle the number of cars on the road per day in London and to limit the amount of congestion in the city

Question 6

How does the ‘congestion charge’ work?

Answer 6

• Registration plates are photographed on entry and exit, with drivers paying within 24 hours