Petition · past parliament

Make all Taxis carry a working credit/debit card machine.

Rejected 16 signatures

What the petition asks

This will make Taxi rides more traceable, more convenient than carrying cash, help counter a rise in on line companies like UBER and the money leaving the country, avoid tax evasion in this country, stop illegal taxi drivers from operating.

Why it was rejected

It asked for something that is not the responsibility of the UK Government or Parliament.

We can only accept petitions that are the responsibility of the UK Government or Parliament.

Licensing conditions for taxis in England are set by local authorities, or in London by the Mayor of London. You may wish to consider contacting your local authority or starting a petition if they provide a local e-petitions system.

Timeline

26 Apr 2019 Petition opened for signatures
31 May 2019 Rejected by the Petitions Committee

Key facts

Signatures 16
Status Rejected
Rejected 31 May 2019

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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.