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<p>Taxis and private hire vehicles (PHVs) provide a vital service for many disabled
people. However, as of March this year, only 38% of licensing authorities required
drivers to complete disability awareness and equality training; I would urge the remainder
to use their existing licensing powers to ensure that all taxi and PHV drivers have
the knowledge and skills necessary to provide every passenger with the assistance
they require.</p><p> </p><p>Ministers are considering the recommendations made in
the report of the Chair of the Task and Finish Group on Taxi and Private Hire Vehicle
Licensing, including those intended to improve accessibility. A Government response
will be issued in due course.</p>
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