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IoL - March Taxi Conference, York
JGP attended the IoL’s taxi conference at York this week, with Partner Christopher Grunert taking part in an Workshop Panel with other Taxi experts. There were very interesting presentations throughout the day, including presentations from ...
Taxi licensing changes come into force in South Cambridgeshire
South Cambridgeshire District Council’s amendments to its Hackney Carriage and Private Hire Licensing Policy to enhance public safety and ensure fairness for drivers have come into force. The following changes are to include; Additional Sa...
TfL opens consultation on Black Cab fares and tariffs
Transport for London (TfL) have released their consultation into the fares and tariffs for black cabs, for 2024. The consultation is open for 6 weeks and closes on the 2 December 2024. If you wish to take part in the consultation, please follow th...
Wolverhampton Council intends to cut taxi licence applications
In response to recent sex abuse cases involving licensed drivers across the UK and to prevent reputational damage to the council,it is being reported that the City of Wolverhampton Council plans to reduce the number of private hire driver licenses...
Wolverhampton Taxi drivers could receive new powers to record audio
Following a spate of attacks against drivers in recent years, including the manslaughter of a driver in 2022, Wolverhampton City Council have proposed plans to allow drivers who feel threatened to be able to use a panic style button to momentarily...
North Yorkshire Council proposes plans to update to its taxi licensing policy
North Yorkshire Council has proposed plans to update its taxi licensing policy, targeting a more inclusive and environmentally friendly regime. The proposed changes, if adopted, could result in a mandatory requirement for new hackney carriage veh...