§ Mr. CartwrightTo ask the Secretary of State for Transport how many licensed taxi cabs are currently operating in the Greater London area; and what is the estimated cost to public funds of administering the taxi trade.
§ Mr. PortilloOn 1 October there were approximately 15,000 licensed taxi cabs in London. There is no call on public funds for administering the trade since its costs are covered by driver and vehicle licence fees.