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| Author: | captain cab [ Tue Jun 11, 2013 7:59 am ] |
| Post subject: | Warning after reports of bogus taxis in towns |
Warning after reports of bogus taxis in towns A warning has been issued after reports of bogus taxis operating in Spalding and Long Sutton. People looking to get a ride home after a night out are being told to double-check they are using a reputable firm to ensure they stay safe. South Holland District Council has issued the warning after it received a number of reports of possible illegal activity by suspect taxis or private hire cars in the two towns and across the district. These include posts on Facebook where businesses appear to have been offering lifts. But a spokesman said neither members of the public or other legally-operating taxi drivers have been able to provide enough information about their suspicions for officers to pursue an investigation. Coun Malcolm Chandler, portfolio holder for licensing, said: “We want the public to be vigilant and we want everyone to understand what to look for when they need a taxi or hackney carriage to take them safely home after a great night out. “It is terrible to think that bogus taxi drivers still operate in towns and cities across the UK, especially as this will invalidate the driver’s insurance. “However, people can be assured if they use vehicles licensed by the council, the necessary safety checks have been made. “Because it’s a rural area, suspect drivers may think they can get away with it, but the public should be on their guard and not allow bogus operators to take advantage of them.” Passengers should check the vehicle they plan to use has SHDC licence plates fitted. Hackney carriages should have an illuminated taxi sign on top of the cab and a meter to calculate the fare. The driver should also wear a licence badge and a table of fares should be displayed. All private-hire taxis must be pre-booked and cannot be hailed from the street. Anyone with concerns should take a note of registration number, make and model and report it to the licensing team on 01775 761161 or email licensing@sholland.gov.uk source: http://www.spaldingtoday.co.uk/news/lat ... -1-5177960 |
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| Author: | 187ums [ Thu Jun 13, 2013 12:24 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Warning after reports of bogus taxis in towns |
I'm surprised this ones been missed, nothing stopping any company from using social media like this. If they're all legal then there's a not lot to be done. |
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| Author: | Skull [ Thu Jun 13, 2013 12:46 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Warning after reports of bogus taxis in towns |
187ums wrote: I'm surprised this ones been missed, nothing stopping any company from using social media like this. If they're all legal then there's a not lot to be done. Wow!  Really! Yah think! Take a night off ffs... 
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| Author: | 187ums [ Thu Jun 13, 2013 12:50 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Warning after reports of bogus taxis in towns |
It's been a long time since you've come over to this side.. |
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| Author: | Skull [ Thu Jun 13, 2013 12:55 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Warning after reports of bogus taxis in towns |
187ums wrote: It's been a long time since you've come over to this side.. I like to slum it, every now and then. 
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| Author: | 187ums [ Thu Jun 13, 2013 1:34 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Warning after reports of bogus taxis in towns |
So what do you think then? If these guys have all there licenses that they need in the real world, does it matter if they operate via social media? |
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| Author: | Skull [ Thu Jun 13, 2013 1:58 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Warning after reports of bogus taxis in towns |
187ums wrote: So what do you think then? If these guys have all there licenses that they need in the real world, does it matter if they operate via social media? Is this a trick question? 
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| Author: | 187ums [ Thu Jun 13, 2013 3:24 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Warning after reports of bogus taxis in towns |
Nope, just want your expert opinion? |
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