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TaxiPoint, the UK's premier taxi industry news source, has unveiled its 59th edition this March, bringing to the forefront a series of compelling articles that analyse the landscape of the UK’s taxi services. With a keen eye on both national and regional developments, this edition promises insights into the evolving dynamics of the industry.

In an industry exclusive, Uber reveals the steady progress in the launch preparations for Uber Black Cab, affirming that recruitment and preparatory phases are proceeding as planned. The magazine also delves deeper into Uber's strategic expansion across the UK, exploring the rationale behind its ambitious growth plans.

With the global black cab brand at its disposal, the publication raises a critical question: are taxi drivers missing out on an invaluable opportunity to better advertise their individual services and maximise their reach?

A closer examination of the unwritten codes of the taxi world unveils an important practice: the avoidance of picking up passengers immediately after exiting a side road. This insight into the tacit rules governing driver conduct offers readers a glimpse into the complexities of taxi driving.

The edition also features comprehensive coverage of a recent House of Commons debate on cross-border taxi services, highlighting the divided opinions among MPs and the implications for the industry.

There’s a stark warning from a Scottish taxi driver about the precarious future for Scotland’s iconic black cabs. The story captures the attention, signalling urgent calls for support and more affordable taxi vehicles to preserve the service in Scotland.

Finally, another exclusive only available on TaxiPoint, there’s an engaging Q&A session with James Thomson which sheds light on the growing momentum calling for the return of black taxis to Bank Junction by 2025.

TaxiPoint Magazine Description:

TaxiPoint is the UK’s leading taxi industry publication across multiple digital platforms. Founded in 2017 by Perry, a London black cab driver, the vision has always been to deliver professional and impartial trade journalism. Lindsey, a sales and relationship manager, joined soon after, as TaxiPoint’s reach and engagement has rapidly grown.

TaxiPoint is completely free of charge to the user and provides readers with daily industry news articles on the website and app, a monthly digital magazine (DigiMag), and email and WhatsApp updates.

Our well-established audience accesses our content via the website and app directly, social media, email and WhatsApp subscriptions, and we are the only industry news source in the world to be Google News, Microsoft News and Apple News approved.

A mix of regional, national and global articles makes us the go-to publication for instant and reliable news and information. Our responsible approach to trade journalism has generated a growing UK network of sources. From licensing authorities, industry stakeholders, politicians and drivers, the content across our platforms is extensive.