US Embassy Leads Foreign Diplomats in Unpaid Congestion Charge Fees

Monday, 20 May 2024, 15:59

The US embassy in Britain tops the chart with £15m in unpaid congestion charge fees, while Japan’s embassy follows with £10.1m. The accumulated unpaid fees and fines date back over a decade, raising concerns within Transport for London. With embassies in London collectively owing £143.5m by the end of 2023, the US stands out as the worst offender among foreign diplomats.

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US Embassy Tops Unpaid Fees Chart

Figures reveal the US embassy in Britain owes about £15m in unpaid congestion charge fees, surpassing Japan’s embassy by £4.9m (£10.1m).

Legal Recourse Considered

Transport for London is contemplating legal action through international courts due to the mounting unpaid charges and fines.

Worst Offender Among Foreign Diplomats

Embassies in London collectively owe £143.5m by 2023, with the US embassy standing as the primary defaulter, affecting diplomatic relations.

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