The Commission for Taxi Regulation introduced the National Maximum Taxi Fare structure in September 2006, applying a unified tariff structure for all taxis in Ireland. Since then, a Maximum Taxi Fare Review was undertaken approximately every two years to assess any adjustments in changes in the operating costs and market environment facing the taxi industry.
The National Transport Authority (NTA) has been responsible for carrying out the Maximum Taxi Fare Reviews since 2011.
This report details the approach and findings of the 2024 National Maximum Taxi Fare Review (“Fare Review”). This fare review was undertaken between November 2023 and March 2024. The most significant economic issues of relevance to the Fare Review are:
- Inflation and the cost of living;
- Fuel prices and energy supply;
- Challenges for the economy related to ongoing disruption due to global geopoliticaluncertainty; and
- Increased public transport availability in Dublin and surrounding areas.
