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.
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.