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<p>The Department for Transport has no plans to review the affordability of the Dart
Charge. The current charges for the Dartford-Thurrock Crossing were set in 2014, following
an impact assessment, which took account of benefits and disadvantages to business
and personal users, prior to a public consultation. The charges exist to manage demand
and congestion at the Crossing</p><p> </p><p>The charge levels and concessions available
take account of local people’s need to use the Crossing. Residents of the Boroughs
of Dartford and Thurrock can pay £10 for 50 crossings, plus 20p for each additional
crossing or £20 a year for unlimited use. Disabled users who are exempt from vehicle
tax are also exempt from paying the Dart Charge, if they are using the same vehicle.
Any Crossing user can set up an account that will allow automatic payment for each
trip and a prepaid account also offers users a discount of up to 20 per cent.</p><p>
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