The tolls on both harbour bridges are coming down two weeks ahead of schedule.

Public Works says Halifax Harbour Bridges will stop collecting tolls on the Macdonald and MacKay bridges 5 a.m., March 17.

“This is great news for commuters, and we’re proud that we’re delivering on our election promise of removing the tolls,” said Public Works Minister Fred Tilley.

“It’s one less fee to pay when getting where you need to go and more money back in the pockets of Nova Scotians.”

Taking the tolls down was part of Premier Tim Houston’s campaign promise and were scheduled for April 1.