HC Deb 17 July 2003 vol 409 c622W
Mr. Edwards

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport what tolls are payable when using the Severn Bridges on emergency calls by(a) the Severn Area Rescue Association, (b) HM Coastguards vehicles, (c) Police vehicles, (d) ambulances and (e) Fire Service vehicles. [126393]

Mr. Jamieson

Vehicles being used in the discharge of the functions of a fire authority, vehicles being used for police purposes and ambulances are exempt from toll charges for using the Severn Bridges under the Severn Bridges Act 1992.

Arrangements are also in place to exempt vehicles belonging to the Severn Area Rescue Association and HM Coastguard from toll charges when using the Bridges for emergency purposes.