This a bad day for ven2112. Can't charge extra or refuse em
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| Author: | captain cab [ Thu Apr 06, 2017 6:51 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Law change provides equal treatment for disabled taxi users |
Law change provides equal treatment for disabled taxi users From: Department for Transport and Andrew Jones MP First published: 6 April 2017 Law change makes it illegal for taxi drivers to discriminate against wheelchair users. Taxi drivers face a fine of up to £1,000 if they refuse to transport wheelchair users or attempt to charge them extra, in a change to the law which comes into force today (6 April 2017). From today taxi and private hire vehicle drivers will be obliged by law to:
provide passengers in wheelchairs with appropriate assistance charge wheelchair users the same as non-wheelchair users Transport Minister Andrew Jones said: We are building a country that works for everyone, and part of that is ensuring disabled people have the same access to services and opportunities as anyone else – including when it comes to travel. People who use wheelchairs are often heavily reliant on taxis and private hire vehicles and this change to the law will mean fair and equal treatment for all. The changes apply to England, Wales and Scotland affecting vehicles that are designated as wheelchair accessible and apply to both taxis and private hire vehicles. All taxis in London and a significant number in most major urban centres are wheelchair accessible. Drivers found to be discriminating against wheelchair users face fines of up to £1,000 as part of provisions being enacted from the Equality Act. Drivers may also face having their taxi or Private Hire Vehicle (PHV) licence suspended or revoked by their licencing authority. Drivers unable to provide assistance for medical reasons will be able to apply to their licensing authority for an exemption from the new requirements. Robert Meadowcroft, Chief Executive of Muscular Dystrophy UK, said: Today’s change in legislation is positive news, as we know that disabled people often have to rely on taxis where accessible public transport isn’t an option. Taxi drivers can provide a vital service in getting wheelchair users from A to B so they are able to maintain their livelihoods and play an active part in society. Today creates a level playing field for both drivers and passengers. The law now makes clear the rights for wheelchair users and the responsibilities of taxi drivers, including the penalties that will occur if they aren’t observed. Wheelchair users are frequent customers of taxi services, so instead of being apprehensive of these new rules, taxi companies should promote their accessibility credentials. The new requirements complement those already in place to prevent discrimination against users of assistance dogs and underline the government’s wide-ranging commitment to supporting transport networks which work for everyone. The government will be consulting on a draft Accessibility Action Plan later this year, which will seek to address the barriers faced by disabled people in accessing all modes of public transport. |
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| Author: | Sussex [ Thu Apr 06, 2017 8:43 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Law change provides equal treatment for disabled taxi us |
And all the above has been in place for many years. Albeit from a different section(s) in different acts. |
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| Author: | edders23 [ Thu Apr 06, 2017 9:11 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Law change provides equal treatment for disabled taxi us |
Taxi drivers can provide a vital service in getting wheelchair users from A to B so they are able to maintain their livelihoods and play an active part in society. Today creates a level playing field for both drivers and passengers. can being the operative word whether they choose to is another matter |
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| Author: | captain cab [ Thu Apr 06, 2017 10:10 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Law change provides equal treatment for disabled taxi us |
edders23 wrote: Taxi drivers can provide a vital service in getting wheelchair users from A to B so they are able to maintain their livelihoods and play an active part in society. Today creates a level playing field for both drivers and passengers. can being the operative word whether they choose to is another matter Its ll about will, those refusing wheelchairs and both guide and assistance dogs, they don't need training, they need to lose licenses |
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| Author: | mancityfan [ Fri Apr 07, 2017 1:47 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Law change provides equal treatment for disabled taxi us |
This a bad day for ven2112. Can't charge extra or refuse em
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| Author: | Chris the Fish [ Sun Apr 09, 2017 12:31 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Law change provides equal treatment for disabled taxi us |
mancityfan wrote: This a bad day for ven2112. Can't charge extra or refuse em Yes he can....... ......until he gets caught. 
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| Author: | ven2112 [ Sun Apr 09, 2017 12:32 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Law change provides equal treatment for disabled taxi us |
Chris the Fish wrote: mancityfan wrote: This a bad day for ven2112. Can't charge extra or refuse em Yes he can....... ......until he gets caught.  i have tried many times to debate this on here seriously, but no one can/ will answer any questions i put forward 
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| Author: | edders23 [ Sun Apr 09, 2017 1:20 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Law change provides equal treatment for disabled taxi us |
ven2112 wrote: Chris the Fish wrote: mancityfan wrote: This a bad day for ven2112. Can't charge extra or refuse em Yes he can....... ......until he gets caught. i have tried many times to debate this on here seriously, but no one can/ will answueser any questions i put forward Try posting sensible questions |
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| Author: | ven2112 [ Sun Apr 09, 2017 1:34 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Law change provides equal treatment for disabled taxi us |
i did mate
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| Author: | ven2112 [ Sun Apr 09, 2017 3:34 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Law change provides equal treatment for disabled taxi us |
thought so, no one want a "mass debate" then ? 
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| Author: | grandad [ Sun Apr 09, 2017 8:11 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Law change provides equal treatment for disabled taxi us |
Everyone on here is well aware of your views on this subject so why would anyone want to discuss it with you? Are you going to change your mind? |
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| Author: | ven2112 [ Mon Apr 10, 2017 5:13 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Law change provides equal treatment for disabled taxi us |
grandad wrote: Everyone on here is well aware of your views on this subject so why would anyone want to discuss it with you? Are you going to change your mind? if my questions get answered , it could , i just cant understand the legislation mate too me , these people want to be treated equally , but go crazy when they are !!, i just cant understand it tbh
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