Yeah, didn't get into the first debate, and I've said my peice re drinking and driving.
As for more on the issue, I don't think a full deregulation would work, it would mean wild variations in rates, which would be confusing to consumers and may limit taxi's from earning what they probably deserve.
IMO just add 20% more licenses immediately with a review every 3 years and formula that dictates how many licenses should be out there at that time. Also more relaxed regulations in general such as more upper level private "car services" as an alternative to taxi's, that are still regulated, or at least approved through, the taxi commission.
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