Westminster City Council has pledged to become carbon neutral by 2040.
Council leader Rachael Robathan has vowed to future-proof the borough, following the council declaration of a climate emergency last autumn.
She said: “You will see us taking strong action to tackle poor air quality and support biodiversity, backed by a new £5m fund to support environmental initiatives.
“A diesel surcharge, a fast-expanding network of electric charging points and a clean air fund for schools are part of that mix.”
The council has launched a £2.5bn major infrastructure investment programme for the next 15 years and called for more financial freedom from central government to implement this.
Robathan added: “A reform to business rate appeals, possible changes to bands at the higher end of council tax to reflect the reality of today’s property market and an overnight levy for tourists – all of these are possible and have the potential to help our financial position.”
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