Freight operators only have a few days left to give their views on joint air quality proposals being explored by Newcastle, Gateshead and North Tyneside Councils.

Options being considered include a charging clean air zone with a proposed daily fee of £50 for HGVs; a low-emission zone with cross-river tolls; and a ban on goods vehicles using part of the central motorway during peak hours.

A consultation on the proposals, which was launched in February, is due to close on 17 May.

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The councils confirmed that there has already been a “very big response” and stressed the importance of the freight sector giving its views.

A spokesman said: “We’re interested in getting more details about the potential impact of these proposed measures on businesses.

“If you are a freight operator and would like to tell us more about the effect on your business, please get in touch at contact@breathe-cleanair.com after you’ve completed the questionnaire.”

Council chiefs previously called on plans for a charging CAZ to be scrapped in favour of the bridge tolling option. They said it could have a negative economic impact on the region, costing £140m over five years.

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