For a city with a congestion problem, getting people out of their cars is a major priority.

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But hardly any transport experts think this strategy will solve Britain's congestion problem.

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The European Commission plans to introduce legislation within months to address the problem of airport congestion in Europe.

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Congestion is indeed a big problem, but it must not be allowed to mask the seriousness of free-flowing traffic's contribution to pollution, climate change and the erosion of green spaces.

ECONOMIST: Excessive

The Economist (December 6th) has decided that a good solution to the problem of road congestion (ie, a possible misallocation of resources) is for people to give more money to government.

ECONOMIST: Excessive

At the time, John Lewis said if the square was pedestrianised it would "inevitably lead to an exacerbation of the congestion" and be a "major problem for customers", but it was broadly in favour of the plans.

BBC: Eye level view of Jubilee Square

It might succeed, but it might also induce businesses to set up in areas where road usage is free, perversely spreading congestion to places where it is not a serious problem now.

ECONOMIST: A survey of commuting

Most people are not affected by congestion, and for most of those who are, it is not a problem that causes them much worry.

ECONOMIST: A survey of commuting