In New South Wales, Australia, the Driver Vehicle Database will expand to track taxi driver overcharging and fare refusal, with potential blacklisting and removal of repeat offenders.
Taxi drivers in Australia's New South Wales (NSW) who overcharge or refuse fares could face blacklisting as the state plans to expand the Driver Vehicle Database to track illegal activity. The Point to Point Transport Commissioner, Anthony Wing, will work with the taxi industry to improve checks on drivers, including fare-related offences, eligibility, driving charges, and criminal history. Repeat offenders may be removed from the industry.
March 17, 2024
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