The new year will see a number of changes to the capital’s Taxicard scheme and the Private Hire (minicab) element of Dial-a-Ride services, starting with the introduction of a new maximum fare guarantee for Taxicard members from January 1st.
TfL planning return of annual fare hikes as agency looks to balance books following Crossrail delay
The delay is expected to cost TfL up to £600m in lost fares revenue, with millions more lost in commercial income, on top of which TfL and City Hall need to repay a £1.4bn Government loan made to allow construction to be completed.
Crossrail delay worsens as Ministers provide more cash for troubled rail link
Passenger services were originally due to start this month but in August, Crossrail Limited, the special purpose company set up by Transport for London and the Department for Transport to build the railway, City Hall and TfL said the opening would be delayed.
Sadiq confirms weekly fares cap will roll out to Oyster Pay As You Go from December
The cap, which is already available to passengers paying by contactless card and smart devices, ensures passengers never pay more than the cost of a weekly travelcard.
AMs call for new strategy to improve train frequency and boost station accessibility
London Assembly members have called on Transport for London and Network Rail to work together to ensure passengers “have a rail network that is fit for purpose”.
