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<p>The Department announced in February 2018 that it would develop bidding guidance
later this year for authorities that want to set up lane rental schemes. It also announced
that approval will be subject to certain conditions. These include that authorities
must have a well-run permit scheme in place; schemes would apply to an authorities’
own works; charges should be used to encourage certain behaviour e.g. more joint works;
and schemes should be trialled for a period of time. Finally, it would like to see
authorities put in place caps for some major works so that these are not unfairly
penalised.</p><p> </p><p>The relevant legislation allows local authorities to charge
up to £2,500 per day on the busiest roads at the busiest times. Authorities can offer
discounts and waive charges in certain circumstances.</p><p> </p><p> </p>
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