The age limit of black cabs in London is to be cut from 15 to 12 years to reduce toxic emissions.
Transport for London today confirmed that older, more-polluting vehicles would not be licensed, with rules toughening from next year until 2022.
It emerged that cabbies have so far claimed £30 million from a £42 million subsidy scheme set up by Mayor Sadiq Khan to encourage a switch to “zero emission-capable” cabs.
Mr Khan also abandoned plans to ban taxis from Duke Street Hill and Tooley Street.
Alex Williams, TfL’s Director of City Planning, said: “The air quality crisis means it is imperative to reduce the age limit for taxis.”
