Penalty fees for offences on red routes in London have risen to £160

21 February 2022

Transport for London (TfL) recently increased the penalty fee for motoring contraventions on London’s red routes from £130 to £160. 

Penalties can be issued for offences such as blocking yellow box junctions, parking illegally in loading bays, making a turn where movement is banned or parking in a bus lane.

The new penalty charge, which has been increased ‘in line with inflation’, will also bring the charges in line with the penalty charges for failure to pay Congestion Charge and ULEZ fees.

TfL hopes that the move will support Vision Zero for London, which aims reduce road dangers and increase active travel, by deterring drivers from breaking the rules. 

TfL's Director of Compliance Siwan Hayward commented, "We are committed to keeping London moving safely and efficiently, and compliance on the Transport for London Road Network is essential in achieving those aims.

“Non-compliance impacts London's air quality, creates safety risks, disrupts traffic and creates congestion for everyone.

“Increasing the penalty charge for contraventions on our road network in line with inflation will provide a more effective deterrent to drivers and improve the safety and reliability of the network.”

If paid within 14 days, the penalty charge will be £80 but this could rise by 50 per cent to £160 if drivers fail to pay in advance. 

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