• Reference: 2025/1022
• Question by: Neil Garratt
• Meeting date: 20 March 2025

Given the importance of Black Cabs as a public transport option, why have you not invested in modern Taxi Driver Hubs with proper rest areas and facilities?

• Reference: 2025/1021
• Question by: Neil Garratt
• Meeting date: 20 March 2025

Will you commit to investing in additional rapid EV charging points dedicated to Black Cabs to ensure they can operate efficiently?

• Reference: 2025/1020
• Question by: Neil Garratt
• Meeting date: 20 March 2025

Why has TfL failed to provide enough rapid charging points for electric taxis in key locations across London?

• Reference: 2025/1019
• Question by: Neil Garratt
• Meeting date: 20 March 2025

What specific financial support do you plan to introduce for taxi drivers who have already made the transition to electric vehicles?

• Reference: 2025/1018
• Question by: Neil Garratt
• Meeting date: 20 March 2025

Why should taxi drivers invest in expensive electric vehicles when there is little support for repairs and no viable second-hand market to reduce costs?

• Reference: 2025/1017
• Question by: Neil Garratt
• Meeting date: 20 March 2025

Will you push for LEVC to be held accountable for post-warranty support and the failure to create a sustainable second-hand market for electric taxis?

• Reference: 2025/1016
• Question by: Neil Garratt
• Meeting date: 20 March 2025

With high operational costs and an oversaturated PHV market, how do you expect Black Cab drivers to survive financially?

• Reference: 2025/1015
• Question by: Neil Garratt
• Meeting date: 20 March 2025

Will you commit to increasing PHV licence fees to fund better enforcement of illegal PHV activity and ensure fairness for Black Cab drivers - especially at Heathrow and Gatwick Airports?

• Reference: 2025/1014
• Question by: Neil Garratt
• Meeting date: 20 March 2025

Do you agree that Uber and similar operators use algorithmic pricing to overcharge passengers while underpaying drivers—seemingly creating an unfair, potentially exploitative business model?

• Reference: 2025/1013
• Question by: Neil Garratt
• Meeting date: 20 March 2025

What measures do you propose to ensure that PHV companies, like Uber, comply with regulations and do not exploit loopholes at the expense of Black Cab drivers?