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Sat, 22 Aug 2026

Sat, 22 Aug 2026 Taxi drivers urge council to agree 8% fare hike

Taxi fares could rise by 8% to help drivers combat rising fuel prices and the cost of living.

* Proposed taxi fare rises: + Average cost per mile: £5.52 + Fuel prices and vehicle parts costs cited as main reasons for request
* Extra charges: + Fines for car theft: rising from £125 to £130 + Charges for dogs and other animals (except service dogs): rising from £3 to £4
* Councillor John O'Shea's concerns: + Wants a "balanced arrangement" instead of the proposed 8% rise + Fears impact on elderly residents + Suggests taxi trade has had significant increases in costs due to fuel and insurance prices.