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Minicab drivers to lose congestion charge exemption from next year

December 19, 2018 - Martin Hoscik

Plans to scrap the sector’s exemption were first published in July and, following a public consultation, TfL has confirmed they will now come into effect next year.

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London Assembly urges Ambulance bosses to boost workplace diversity

December 19, 2018 - Martin Hoscik

Unemployed Londoners should be encouraged and supported to consider a career with the London Ambulance Service, according to a new report published today by the London Assembly’s Health Committee.

Filed Under: News

Sadiq Khan announces new £23 million scrappage scheme to help micro-businesses buy electric vans

December 18, 2018 - Martin Hoscik

The £23 million scheme is expected to launch ahead of next April’s introduction of the new Ultra Low Emission Zone and will initially be targeted at firms with fewer than 10 employees.

Filed Under: News

Taxicard and Dial-a-Ride users promised improved services in 2019

December 14, 2018 - Martin Hoscik

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.

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TfL planning return of annual fare hikes as agency looks to balance books following Crossrail delay

December 11, 2018 - Martin Hoscik

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.

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