Taxi fares set to increase amid rising costs
Summary
Taxi fares in Worcester will increase following a request from the Worcester Taxi Association, which represents over 200 drivers. The city council approved higher maximum fares for street-hailed taxis, citing rising fuel and vehicle costs, but some officials worry the price rise may reduce the number of passengers.Key Facts
- Taxi fares for Hackney carriages in Worcester will go up.
- The initial hire charge will rise from £4.30 to £5 for standard journeys.
- Night-time, Sunday, bank holiday, and certain date fares (Tariff 2) will increase from £5.50 to £6.40.
- Only Hackney carriages (taxis hailed on the street or at ranks) are affected; private hire taxis are not.
- Rising fuel prices and other vehicle costs have increased drivers’ expenses.
- The fare increase must go through a statutory consultation process.
- Some councillors are concerned the higher fares could lead customers to choose cheaper travel options.
- The last fare increase in Worcester was in 2022.
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