Increasing cross-harbour toll will not ease tunnel congestion

With the recent toll increases imposed at the Western Harbour Tunnel, more drivers will choose not to use it.

Instead, they will cause even further congestion at the Cross-Harbour Tunnel.

I am concerned it could get so bad that there could be a serious accident.

Some people have suggested increasing the tolls at this tunnel to relieve the congestion.

This will not work, because the toll increases are of little consequence to many users, especially people who work in some of Central's premier commercial buildings.

For such people, the most important factor during their commute to work is convenience.

They would not stop using the Cross-Harbour Tunnel because it became more expensive.