Request ID: FOI-1359-2122 Date published: 21 October 2021
You asked
I would like to know if within the past five years, TfL has ever conducted a survey at a London station or airport for the purpose of observing and ascertaining the amount, dimensions and weight of luggage that a London taxi needs to be able to carry safely and securely.
We answered
Our Ref: FOI-1359-2122
Thank you for your request received on 27 September 2021 asking for information about any surveys carried out regarding taxis and luggage.
Your request has been considered in accordance with the requirements of the Freedom of Information Act and our information access policy. I confirm that we do not hold the information you have requested. You asked:
I would like to know if within the past five years, TfL has ever conducted a survey at a London station or airport for the purpose of observing and ascertaining the amount, dimensions and weight of luggage that a London taxi needs to be able to carry safely and securely.
We have no record of having carried out a survey for the purposes you have mentioned within the past five years.
No vehicle may be licensed as a taxi unless it is fit for public service and conforms to the requirements of our Conditions of Fitness. Part of our conditions are that a vehicle must have suitable dedicated provision for the secure carriage of luggage, separated from the passenger compartment and proportionate in size to the number of passengers carried.
Please see the attached information sheet for details of your right to appeal.
Yours sincerely
Gemma Jacob Senior FOI Case Officer FOI Case Management Team General Counsel Transport for London
