Overview

• A TikTok clip filmed by @leccyboy near Oxford Street shows tourists questioning a £90 charge for a two-minute pedicab ride.
• Viewers across social media condemned the fare as a 'London scam' and recounted similar overcharging incidents.
• Transport for London’s consultation revealed that more than 95% of respondents backed mandatory operator screening and insurance.
• The new permit system will obligate drivers to undergo criminal background checks and carry insurance before offering rides.
• With enforcement set to begin in 2026, TfL will impose standardized fare guidelines to ensure transparent pricing for riders.