Claims dozens of cab drivers operating illegally in parts of Cork and Limerick

DOZENS of cab drivers in towns in the north Cork and south Limerick areas are operating illegally, it has been claimed.

Some of the alleged offenders are claiming social welfare despite working up to 80 hours weekly while others are illegally using oversized vehicles.

Law-abiding drivers are claiming they are being driven out of business in towns such as Kilmallock and Charleville because of the activities of the rogue operators.