CAPPING NUMBERS TO PAY REFORM: GMB union demands urgent action to boost private hire licensing
The GMB union has called for immediate changes to the taxi and private hire licensing system, claiming it fails to provide basic safety…
Hannover: Große Herausforderungen nach personellem Wechsel
Werbung Bei der Fachgruppenversammlung in Hannover haben die Wahlen einen Wechsel auf der Position des stellvertretenden Vorsitzenden gebracht. Thematisch steht bei den Taxivertretern das politische Ringen um Festpreise und Mindestbeförderungsentgelte im Fokus. Darum ging es… Hannover: Große Herausforderungen nach personellem Wechsel
Taxi drivers among UK workers hit hardest by job-related snacking habits
Taxi drivers are among the UK professions most affected by unhealthy snacking while working, according to a new study examining barriers…
FREENOW FIXED PRICES: More detail around the fixed price zones, pricing algorithm and transparent commission
Image credit: FREENOW FREENOW has launched a new fleet feature offering fixed fares for Black Cab journeys that begin outside Central…
BLACK CAB ACCESS: TfL to point boroughs towards new guidance to improve taxi bus lane access, says Mayor of London
The Mayor of London has reaffirmed Transport for London’s fresh policy to support licensed taxi access to all streets and bus lanes used…
Taxi app FREENOW rolls out optional fixed fares for Black Cabs outside Central London
Image credit: FREENOW FREENOW has today introduced a new fleet option offering fixed fares for Black Cab journeys starting outside…
Why is taxi access in new housing developments often overlooked despite its key public transport role?
New housing developments, particularly in rural and semi-rural areas, are frequently being planned and built with little thought given to…
DRIVERS NEEDED: London taxi drivers prepare for annual zoo trip for children with special needs
Image credit: LTCFC Preparations are underway for the London Taxi Drivers’ Charity for Children’s annual trip to Hertfordshire Zoo, with…
Could virtual taxi ranks become a practical solution or an unnecessary fix to something that isn’t broken?
As cabbies and regulators exploring ways to improve how taxis operate, the idea of “virtual ranks” has been touched on in discussions…
Pendle proposes new taxi safety rules after trade talks
Pendle Council are to consult on revised taxi licensing rules aimed at improving vehicle safety following years of discussion with the…