The transition into autumn can sometimes feel a little jarring, especially after months of late sunsets, al fresco dining and after-work drinks in a beer garden, but this time of year is often the most exciting for new restaurant and bar openings.
13.09.2023 - 16:11 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Taxi prices in Manchester are set to rise. Day and night tariffs; cost per mile; and waiting time fares are all due to be hiked under plans approved by town hall bosses.
Acceptance of card payments will also soon be mandatory for Hackney Carriage drivers. Speaking at the council's latest executive meeting, councillor Lee-Ann Igbon, executive member for 'vibrant neighbourhoods', said the increases will allow cabbies can maintain their vehicles properly; meet town hall standards; and earn a 'real living wage'.
It comes in the wake of concern raised by unions GMB and Unite, which highlighted the challenges drivers face in the current economic climate.
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The unit cost per mile on all tariffs will go up by 8 per cent; the waiting time fare will increase 23pc; the day flag tariff will go up to £3.40; and the night flag tariff will increase to £3.80.
The current price of a two mile journey would increase from £7 to £8.20, or from £9.20 to £10.30 during the night-time or on a public holiday.
On standards, a report reads: "There are also very few vehicles that conform with the policy available to purchase. The only real option available to purchase as new are LEVC vehicles which can be around £90,000 including finance interest.
"GMB and Unite representatives outlined how fewer drivers are working within the Hackney trade, particularly at night."
Councillors heard the number of licensed drivers has reduced by 214 in the last 12 months, and by a further 178 the 12 months. There are 392 fewer Hackney drivers since 2021.
Coun Igbon said: "We are aware that recent years have been incredibly difficult for our Hackey Carriage drivers and
The transition into autumn can sometimes feel a little jarring, especially after months of late sunsets, al fresco dining and after-work drinks in a beer garden, but this time of year is often the most exciting for new restaurant and bar openings.
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