by LCDC | Mar 15, 2016 | Government, London Assembly, News, TFL
To: The Chair of the Transport for London Board: Mayor of London, Boris Johnson MP. From: The Chair of the London Cab Drivers Club: Grant Davis. Dear Mr Mayor, On the 17th of March, you will be asked to approve or reject a set of proposals and new rules for the...
by LCDC | Mar 3, 2016 | London Assembly, News, TFL
Dear Mike, I’m writing to express my concern over the way in which TfL is mandating credit card payments for Black Taxis. Although I am a strong supporter of the mandate in principle there are important aspects of it which I think are unfair. I have been contacted by...
by LCDC | Feb 22, 2016 | News, TFL
LCDC RESPONSE The IIA recognises that “these proposals were aimed at improving passenger safety, maintaining a clear distinction between taxi and private hire trades and improving the quality and accessibility of private hire services.” The taxi trade is directly...
by LCDC | Feb 3, 2016 | News, TFL
Cash has always been the standard method of payment in London’s 22,500 licensed taxis but around half of all cab drivers now accept card payments. By requiring cards to be accepted in all black cabs, taking a cab will be even easier for Londoners and visitors....
by LCDC | Jan 20, 2016 | News, TFL
TfL sets out plans to modernise and enhance London’s private hire industry • TfL announces proposals to enhance safety and customer service, including a formal English language requirement for drivers • Mayor asks TfL to investigate the removal of the Congestion...
by LCDC | Dec 21, 2015 | News, TFL
Vital road works to be carried out over the festive period to reduce traffic impact • Road modernisation work will continue during the Christmas break • It will be carried out at a time when the roads are up to 20 per cent quieter to help reduce the impact on traffic...
