Maximum taxi fares in Northern Ireland are set to increase in a bid to "assist the taxi industry and support the wider economy," it has been announced.
The increase is being put into place in the context of challenges about the availability of taxis, particularly in the evenings and at weekends, which has led to concerns around public safety.Read more: Belfast school breakfast clubs to benefit from £250,000 funding boost The Department said they recognise the impact of the current financial climate on the public and said these measures are being introduced to assist the taxi industry and support the wider economy while trying to ensure an affordable means of transport.
As for the maximum fare costs, an increase of 9.5% accounts for weekday travel, while the 19.5% increase accounts for weekend, evening, and holiday travel.