Biggest change to taxi rules in over a decade could see drivers fined up to £1000

The “most significant change” to taxi rules in over a decade could see drivers fined £1000.

The rule changes are aimed at making taxis and hackney cabs more accessible to people with disabilities.

As part of the changes, drivers could be fined up to £1000 if they do not provide “reasonable mobility assistance” to pre-booked passengers with disabilities – unless the driver has an exemption.