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2011 TAXI TARIFF AND TAXI RULE CONSULTATION
Shetland Islands Council is inviting comments from taxi and private hire car operators, drivers, passengers or other interested party with regard to proposed new taxi tariffs and rules for the operations of vehicles and conduct of drivers.
Links are provided below for the proposed taxi tariffs and rules. Comments and suggestions are sought in order to ensure that the correct balance is struck between fostering a sustainable and economic environment for operators and customer service and public safety. Please note that we would welcome any comment on which the proposed rules are silent.
Paper copies may be obtained from 20 Commercial Road, Lerwick, Shetland ZE1 0LX
The closing date for the consultation is 12:00 on Wednesday 30th November 2011.
Responses should be sent to: Service Manager - Air, Bus and Vehicle Fleet, Shetland Islands Council, 20 Commercial Road, Lerwick, Shetland ZE1 0LX
Responses may also be emailed to david.polson@shetland.gov.uk
Consultation documents:
Pre-Consultation Report to Council
Proposed Taxi Tariffs and Consultation Questions
Proposed Rules for Operation of Taxis and Conduct of Drivers, including Sumburgh Airport Taxis
Documents available:
- Directory of Shetland's Transport 2010/11
- Case For A Transport Partnership (828KB PDF)
- Origins and Destinations Study
- Travel Plan
- School Transport Policy 2007
Consultation responses:
- Scottish Government Ferries Review
- Northern Isles Review