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Remove all VAT on applicable Licensed Taxis

Submitted by Anthony Hoffman on Tuesday 7th October 2025

Published on Tuesday 2nd December 2025

Current status: Open

Open until: Tuesday 2nd June 2026

Current Signatures: 40
(count is updated approximately hourly)

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20% VAT ~ Black ~ Buses ~ Charged ~ Cities ~ drivers ~ Electric ~ hiring ~ Londoners ~ Pounds ~ relief ~ Remove ~ Reported ~ Taxi ~ Thousands ~ training ~ Transport ~ WHEELCHAIR

Petition Action

Remove all VAT on applicable Licensed Taxis

Petition Details

Remove VAT charges for all applicable licensed public-hire taxis, including London black cabs. Buses and trains are zero-rated for VAT under the VAT Act 1994. All licensed taxis, regardless of income, should receive the same treatment as public transport to support clean, accessible travel.

Additional Information

Many taxi drivers are investing in electric, wheelchair-accessible vehicles that have been reported to have already cut London taxi emissions by 59%. The 20% VAT can add thousands of pounds to costs for self-employed drivers. Buses and trains get VAT relief; we believe taxis deserve the same to help keep cities clean and mobile.


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