evidence: 1.34. On the 4 March 2022, after careful consideration of the data and wider economic context, including the Element Energy report on pathways to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2030 (see paragraph 4.50 for more detail), the Mayor announced that his preferred option to take to public and stakeholder consultation was the expansion of the ULEZ to outer London, so it would operate London-wide with the current ULEZ vehicle charge levels and emissions standards. He noted that the rising cost of living was a key consideration in deciding which approach should be taken forward, preferring a scheme that would have the greatest impact on reducing emissions whilst financially impacting the fewest Londoners. He asked TfL to work up detailed proposals on this basis.