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Written question asked by David Simpson (Democratic Unionist Party) on Wednesday, 10 June 2015, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 15 June 2015. It was answered by Andrew Jones (Conservative) on Tuesday, 16 June 2015 on behalf of the Department for Transport.

Taxis: Exhaust Emissions

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what the proposed timeframe is for rolling out his Department's £45 million investment in low-emission taxis.

Answer

In March 2015 the previous Government launched a £20m scheme to support the rollout of ultra-low emission taxis across the UK. In the first phase local authorities were invited to bid for feasibility studies to prepare for use of these taxis in their fleets, with bids due by 12 June 2015. Bids will be considered and the next phase of the scheme announced over the Summer.

A further £25 million was set aside specifically for the Greater London Area to help taxi drivers cover the cost of upgrading to a greener vehicle.

Our aim is for almost every car and van to be a zero emission vehicle by 2050. The transition to ultra-low emission taxis is especially important to help improve air quality in our towns and cities.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
1989
Session
2015-16
Subjects
Exhaust emissions Taxis
Link
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