Taxi Point iconTaxi PointSep 25, 2026

Why councils should not wait for a taxi fare crisis before reviewing tariffs

They cannot set private hire vehicle fares, which are agreed through the operator or booking platform. Dynamo Motors A taxi tariff left untouched for years may appear to protect passengers.

Why councils should not wait for a taxi fare crisis before reviewing tariffs

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Dynamo Motors A taxi tariff left untouched for years may appear to protect passengers.

In practice, it can quietly reduce the number of drivers willing to work, particularly during evenings, weekends and other difficult shifts.

Outside London, licensing authorities can set maximum fares for taxi journeys within their areas.

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Dynamo Motors A taxi tariff left untouched for years may appear to protect passengers. In practice, it can quietly reduce the number of drivers willing to work, particularly during evenings, weekends and other difficult shifts. Outside London, licensing authorities can set maximum fares for taxi journeys within their areas.

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  • They cannot set private hire vehicle fares, which are agreed through the operator or booking platform.

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