Taxi fares increases of up to 20% have been given the green light to go out for public consultation by Midlothian councillors.
New tariffs proposed following talks between Midlothian Council and taxi operators include a festive starting rate of £4.50 and the standard daytime starting rate increasing to £3.
It will also see the charge to customers who are sick in a cab more than double from £20 to a £50 ‘cleaning fee’.
