§ Mr. Ron Lewisasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department if, from 18 June, taxi drivers and owners in the Carlisle area are able to charge the new VAT increases to their customers without having to apply to the local authority.
§ Mr. RaisonNo. Fares and charges for the hire of taxis in the Carlisle area are controlled by bye laws made by the district council and it would be an offence for a driver to demand or take any additional sum by way of a charge.