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Early day motion tabled by primary sponsor Vivian Bendall (Conservative), on Tuesday, 3 November 1992, in the House of Commons. It is signed by 145 members in total.


LONDON BLACK CABS

That this House welcomes the major contribution made by London's licensed black cabs to the Capital's transport network and tourism industry; recognises the key role they play as the safest form of transport available for private hire given the specialised nature of the vehicle and training of the driver; and urges the Government to ensure that no measures are adopted that would jeopardise the future of this, the world's finest licensed taxi service.

Amendments

The Early day motion has received 3 amendments.

731A1
after 'driver', insert 'rejects any move to a two-tier system which would erode present standards'.
731A2
at end add 'and expresses its particular thanks to all those London cab drivers who have returned lost property to honourable Members careless enough to leave important documents in the back of cabs.'.

Secondary information

Type
Early day motion
Reference
731 
731A1 
731A2 
Session
1992-93
Subjects
Greater London Taxis
Link
View this Early day motion on www.parliament.uk