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No doubt schemes like this can be helpful, but this is pure PR blurb, thus has to be taken with a pinch of salt. It's all 'partnership approach', 'warm and reassuring presence', 'safe, welcoming and well-managed', blah, blah.

And in the interests of nitpicking, I think 'marshall' should only have one L

(And by the looks of this, the York Press have used the two Ls version, while the quotes from the scheme use the more correct one with the single L.)

I know these things, because I always have to look it up on Google to check


York BID, council and others fund return of taxi marshalls

https://www.yorkpress.co.uk/news/250789 ... marshalls/


Image: Gareth Buddo/York Press

A popular programme that aims to deliver a safe night out in York has returned for another year.

The Taxi Marshall programme started last weekend and will run until the end of the year.

The York BID scheme features two taxi marshalls on duty at Duncombe Place and St Savourgate from 11pm to 3am on key Friday and Saturday nights.

The marshalls ensure a friendly, uniformed presence at the busiest taxi ranks in the city centre and help everyone get home safely, quickly and with peace of mind.

As well as curbing anti-social behaviour and controlling noise levels, the York BID Taxi Marshals also give a warm and reassuring presence for anyone who would otherwise feel unsafe waiting for a taxi late at night.

The initiative is funded by local businesses, residents, and the Licensing Team at City of York Council. It plays a key role in supporting York’s Purple Flag accreditation, recognising the city as a safe, welcoming, and well-managed nighttime destination.

Running successfully for 8 years, York BID says the Taxi Marshal programme has already made a real difference in helping cut down on noise complaints, street fights, and public urination, while making the city centre feel safer for everyone.

Carl Alsop, Operations Manager at York BID, said: “We’re pleased to bring back the Taxi Marshal programme to support the city’s Purple Flag accreditation and support York’s thriving nighttime economy, meaning all York residents and visitors can enjoy a safer nightlife experience.”

Cllr Kate Ravilious, City of York Council Executive Member for Transport, said: “The taxi marshal scheme in York has been in operation since 2017 and has been warmly received by residents, businesses of Duncombe Place and St Saviourgate, and members of the Hackney Carriage Association.

“The programme aims to curb anti-social behaviour and control noise levels in the neighbourhood while giving those wishing to travel late at night an increased feeling of safety.

"It also supports the aim of reducing violence against women and girls, provides additional securities to the taxi trade and contributes to the city’s Purple Flag status.

“We’re delighted to be working with the BID on this and thank them for their support for an initiative which is part of York’s partnership approach to improving public safety.”

The partners add whether you’re heading home after a night out, finishing a late shift, or just waiting for a ride, look out for the Marshals in their uniforms who will be there to help you get home, hassle-free.

As long as you don't have to grease their palms to get a car, as was reported not that long ago elsewhere?

And there's one comment on the York Press website, which maybe contains a grain or two of truth, and a useful antidote to the stuff above...