Written Question·Department for Transport·UIN 63507

Taxis: Greater London

Tabled: 30 June 2025
Answered: 8 July 2025

Question

John McDonnell

LabourHayes and Harlington

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, if she will take steps to introduce a statutory cap on the number of private hire vehicle licences issued in London.

Answer

Simon Lightwood
Taxis and private hire vehicles are an important mode of transport for many people. They are disproportionately used by disabled people, allow many children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) to access education and provide transport a...

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