Could Sadiq Khan’s controversial Ulez scheme cost Labour the general election? Even before Ulez came into effect this morning, the policy has already proved costly for Khan’s party, having led to Labour failing to win the Uxbridge by-election in July. This morning, just hours after the scheme went live, Khan was asked whether more votes might be lost. Khan’s response on the BBC Radio 4’s Today programme suggests he isn’t too concerned:
Mishal Husain: Have you thought about it costing Labour the general election?
Sadiq Khan: Look I’m quite clear in relation to the policies to reduce air pollution in London: Londoners want to see cleaner air in our city…I accept Ulez was a factor in relation to Uxbridge..a lot of misinformation in relation to that seat. Obviously I’m disappointed. I’ll carry on listening to Londoners.
Mr S can think of one Londoner Khan isn’t listening to over Ulez: Camden resident Keir Starmer.
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