Unions challenge regulator over new taxi fare system

LEADERS of the main taxi unions yesterday dared regulator Ger Deering to defend his national fares structure in front of angry drivers.

And they disputed Mr Deering’s claim that “many, many drivers” support the new system that will operate from September 25.

Taxi drivers plan a seven -hour stoppage and mass rally in Dublin on Monday, September 4. It will be the third major disruption in recent months in protest at the plan.