I see our Planet Zog councillors have approved yet another taxi fare increase to keep us among the most expensive in the country.

Does anyone really believe the fatuous statement that the £1 surcharge will encourage more drivers to make themselves available at peak times?

I thought drivers were supposed to be available anyway - isn't that what they do for a living?

"Rip-off Brighton" and "Bite the hand that feeds you" are two phrases that come readily to mind.

-Tony Booker, Buller Road, Brighton