Guernsey taxi fares rise nearly 8%, costing at least an extra 30p per mile

Taxi fares have gone up by almost 8%, matching the rise in inflation between June 2022 and June 2023. Credit: ITV Channel

Taxi fares in Guernsey have gone up by nearly 8%, with a ride costing at least an extra 30p per mile.

The new rate comes in from Tuesday 28 November after being agreed by the Environment & Infrastructure Committee as well as the Guernsey Taxi Drivers Association.

The percentage increase was chosen to reflect the rising rate of inflation between June 2022 and June 2023.

E&I says the changes will mean a two-mile journey during the day will now cost islanders £8.70, an increase of 60p from the previous charge.While in the evening, a five-mile journey will cost £23.10, an increase of £1.80.

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