Perry Richardson

1 day ago | taxi-point.co.uk | Perry Richardson

Private parking firms are on track to issue 14.5 million parking charge notices in the current financial year, according to RAC analysis of government data. The number marks a steep rise, with over 7.2 million DVLA requests made in the first half alone — up 12% from the same period last year. That’s an average of 41,000 requests a day from private firms seeking keeper details to pursue alleged contraventions.

1 day ago | taxi-point.co.uk | Perry Richardson

A new taxi and private hire firm has launched in the Northwest of England with a specific focus on supporting passengers with disabilities and special needs. Maize Transport, based in Wirral, Liverpool and Chester, is offering a dedicated taxi service that aims to deliver practical and reliable transport options for people with mobility challenges. The company has introduced a modern fleet of easy-access and wheelchair-friendly vehicles to help meet the region’s accessibility demands.

1 day ago | taxi-point.co.uk | Perry Richardson

Taxi and private hire tech firm Cordic has launched a new feature that enables fleets to share jobs across dispatch platforms without technical integration or manual input. Named Frictionless Open Sharing, the system is part of Cordic’s new SuperYes platform. The launch responds directly to industry demands for a way to collaborate across systems. Fleet operators have voiced concerns about missed opportunities and the growing threat posed by ride-hail services.

1 day ago | taxi-point.co.uk | Perry Richardson

The Department for Transport (DfT) has revealed plans to launch a consultation on a proposal that could see all Local Transport Authorities (LTAs) take over responsibility for taxi and private hire vehicle (PHV) licensing. The move would represent a significant change from the current system, where licensing is typically managed by district and borough councils across England.

2 days ago | taxi-point.co.uk | Perry Richardson

Private hire drivers are experiencing renewed disruption due to faults in Transport for London’s (TfL) licensing system, with drivers reporting lost income and repeated administrative problems. According to the GMB Union, which represents the largest group of private hire drivers in the UK, members working for Uber are among those affected.