New taxi firm launches in Market Harborough to replace company forced to close
A new taxi firm has launched in Market Harborough to replace a company that was forced to close.
Town and County Taxis, which is now fully operational and based in Market Harborough High Street, will serve Market Harborough, Lutterworth and the surrounding villages.
The team features many of the drivers and office staff from Murphy’s Taxis, which had been operating in the area since the early 1970s, but was forced to close earlier in the month after running into financial difficulties.
Murphy's Taxis said it ‘did not take the decision lightly’, but was not able to keep the business viable.
Town and County Taxis has launched under new ownership and investment, and has safeguarded jobs that would otherwise have been lost.
The new owner says they are ‘excited to provide an elevated service to the community’.
Town and County Taxis said it has upgraded its fleet to newer and more modern vehicles, “offering greater comfort and improved reliability, and the latest safety features”.
Office manager Tracy said: “We wanted to create something that felt reassuringly familiar, but with a fresh start.
“This is about supporting local people, both our customers and our drivers, and continuing to provide a dependable service the community can rely on.”
For more details about the services available visit the taxi firm’s new website or call 01858 405095.