Given that Russia has not yet succeeded in causing a nuclear meltdown in Ukraine, we can start with the big news in our capital, which is that Sadiq Khan is set to expand the Ultra-low emission zone (Ulez) to cover the whole of Greater London.
At present, drivers of most diesel vehicles more than seven years old or petrol cars more than 16 years old have to pay the £12.50 Ulez charge if they enter or move within the zone, currently the area within the North and South Circular roads. Drivers who fail to pay receive a £160 fine.
