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Illegal taxis transporting migrant workers to hospitals in Hsinchu heavily fined NT$100,000

From Liberty Times · () Chinese

Translated from Chinese and summarized by DistantNews. Read the original for the full story.

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  • New Bamboo City's monitoring station and police intercepted illegal "white plate" cars transporting foreign migrant workers to hospitals.
  • The drivers were fined NT$100,000 and had their licenses and license plates suspended for four months for violating transportation regulations.
  • Authorities are urging foreign workers to use legal ride-hailing services to avoid risks and ensure their rights and safety during medical transport.

The New Bamboo City Monitoring Station, in collaboration with the police, has taken decisive action against illegal "white plate" car services that have been exploiting foreign migrant workers seeking medical attention. These unauthorized vehicles, often operating without proper licensing or insurance, pose a significant risk to passengers, particularly those unfamiliar with local regulations or facing language barriers.

The drivers did not have the required taxi permits and legal vehicle qualifications, and were not qualified as professional drivers.

· New Bamboo City Monitoring StationExplaining the illegality of the 'white plate' cars.

In a recent operation near Cathay Hospital, authorities intercepted a private car illegally transporting migrant workers and charging them a fare. The driver faced severe penalties, including a hefty NT$100,000 fine and a four-month suspension of their driver's license and vehicle plates. This strong enforcement aims to deter future violations and underscore the seriousness of these illegal operations.

The monitoring station emphasizes that these "white plate" cars lack the mandatory NT$1.5 million passenger liability insurance required for legal taxis. This leaves foreign workers vulnerable to substantial financial burdens in case of accidents, potentially jeopardizing their ability to work and receive medical care in Taiwan.

The most dangerous aspect is that 'white plate' cars are not insured for at least NT$1.5 million in passenger liability insurance.

· New Bamboo City Monitoring StationHighlighting the insurance risks associated with illegal taxis.

To ensure the safety and rights of foreign workers, the station is intensifying its outreach efforts. They are working with hospitals, churches, and migrant worker dormitories to raise awareness about the dangers of using illegal transport and to promote the use of legitimate public transportation and ride-hailing services. The goal is to foster a secure environment where all workers can access essential services without fear of exploitation or harm.

We urge foreign workers to use legal ride-hailing channels to avoid damage to their rights.

· New Bamboo City Monitoring StationAdvising foreign workers on safe transportation practices.
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