What to do if you left your phone in a taxi?
Don’t Panic: 4 Steps to Take If You Leave Something in a Cab
- Collect the Information You Have About the Cab. The more information you have about the cab, the better your chances of recovering your lost possessions.
- Protect Your Security.
- Fill Out a Lost and Found Form.
- Call the Local Information Authority.
Are taxis exempt from MOT?
The legal requirement is that all taxis should be subject to an MOT test or its equivalent once a year. For PHVs the requirement is for an annual test after the vehicle is three years old. The MOT test on vehicles first used after 31 March 1987 includes checking of all seat belts.
Why is there a shortage of taxi drivers?
Many drivers left the industry during lockdowns as demand plummeted. The shortage has prompted concerns over the safety of women, students and night time workers struggling to get home. A mini-cab driver must apply to their local council for a licence, which can cost up to £600 a year.
How do I report a taxi driver to Ltfrb?
Just call 0917-550-1342 or 0998-550-1342 and send them your message. You can also email them at [email protected].
How can I find my lost taxi in Dubai?
Taxi riders can report lost items by visiting the Customers Happiness Centre at Muhaisina, or contacting the Call Centre (8009090), or sending e-mail through ask.rta.ae.
How long do taxi companies keep records?
Operators must keep records for a minimum of 12 months. This includes records for bookings, complaints and lost property, as well as driver and vehicle records.
Do taxis need mots?
All taxis and private hire vehicles more than 12 months from the date of manufacture are required to pass two MOT tests as a condition of continued annual licensing. The six-monthly MOT tests help to ensure that taxi and private hire vehicles remain safe and road worthy for passengers and other road users.
Is there a shortage of taxi drivers in the UK?
The UK has lost thousands of taxi drivers as public behaviour worsens during Covid-19 pandemic. In a recent report, the Licensed Private Car Hire Association (LPCHA) estimates the industry is short of 160,000 drivers having previously boasted 300,000.
How do I make a complaint to TfL by email?
Email your query via: https://tfl.gov.uk/help-and-contact/ If you need urgent assistance from Transport for London, you can also call the 24-hour travel information helpline 0343 222 1234 (service and network charges may apply)