The North Thang Long toll station has not been abandoned yet

At the session of questioning the Minister of Transport on the morning of June 9 on the BOT issue, delegate Nguyen Lan Hieu (Binh Dinh delegation) said that in 2019, Minister The has replied in writing to the National Assembly delegate about promise to stop when toll collection, unloading remove the North Thang Long – Noi Bai toll station (Vo Van Kiet, Hanoi) next time. This is a toll station that causes a lot of frustration because of incorrect placement. However, so far this station is still operating normally, so when will it be removed?

According to delegate Hieu, the minister’s promise to the people should be monitored from the smallest things.

Minister of Transport Nguyen Van The affirmed: The project in North Thang Long – Noi Bai is a pressing project in Hanoi.

“We had a plan to end toll collection at this BOT, the time I replied to the delegate that this station had good revenue, but due to the impact of Covid-19, the revenue decreased”, Mr. The explained. .

Minister Nguyen Van The affirmed: BOT stations sign state contracts with adjustments, when revenue increases, monitor and reduce toll collection from 3-5 years. As for difficult projects, with adjustments to ensure harmony, the contract terms are clearly stated.

“The time I answered the delegates, the toll collection was almost over, but now even there are times when there are no cars.” Minister The affirmed: “We will accept the opinions of the delegates to review and ensure fairness between people and investors. The Ministry will review and check, and when it is eligible, stop this toll station immediately. .