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All Island Ply-For-Hire Taxi Service Looks Like It Will Get The Go Ahead

The responses have been collected from the recent all Island ply-for-hire taxi service consultation, it would appear the Manx public are very much in favour of the idea.

The Department received around 100 written responses, of which 45 were in favour and 31 were against.

An on-line survey showed 89% of people approved of the idea.

The idea hasn’t been greeted with such enthusiasm by Douglas taxi drivers however, who feels it’s introduction would lead to a raft of problems, both in Douglas and in the quieter areas.

Infrastructure Minister Phil Gawne says he understands the taxi drivers concerns, but ultimately his Department need to serve the interests of the wider public:

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