Taxis11 Jul 2026Taxi fares could rise by 10% to combat fuel costsThe changes proposed by Somerset Council could see a maximum standard tariff rise to £5.06. 11 Jul 202610 Jul 2026Protest over council low-emissions private hire rulesThe changes mean those vehicles older than 10 years in February 2028 must be retired.10 Jul 20267 Jul 2026Arrest after gang of youths attack couple at taxi rankThree teenagers have been arrested after an attack on two people at a taxi rank in Salisbury. 7 Jul 20263 Jul 2026Councillor resigns after row over rapist taxi driver's licence decisionJohn Grafton says another decision could have been made on the offender's operator's licence.3 Jul 202627 Jun 2026Taxi marshals deployed to ensure safer nights outSecurity marshals will be stationed at high-risk areas to help late-night revellers get home safely.27 Jun 202625 Jun 2026Cabbie says 'crazy' policy will 'put me out of work'Some Wigan private-hire taxi drivers say a new rule banning older cars will put them out of business. 25 Jun 202623 Jun 2026Taxi standards slide 'due to out-of-area drivers'A driver based in Worcester claims those licensed in Wolverhampton are bringing havoc.23 Jun 202617 Jun 2026Taxi fares set to increase amid rising costsThe council agrees to increase the maximum charges for Hackney carriage journeys, amid fears demand may fall.17 Jun 202614 Jun 2026Fuel surcharges proposed for taxi passengersHackney Carriages drivers have asked the council to approve the charges to help cover rising prices.14 Jun 2026...
