HM Revenue & Customs says thousands of taxi drivers, using apps such as Uber, Ola and Bolt, will soon face a tax bill.
According to HMRC, an estimated 4,000 taxi drivers are not declaring their income correctly. The private hire motorists are being investigated for unpaid tax following new registration requirements uncovering undeclared income through online apps.
Earlier this year, the Government brought in new rules for private hire drivers. Cabbies are now required to have in-depth checks for licence renewals, which is required every three years.
