London tourists have been told to watch out for photobooth, boxing machine and pedicab scams
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from Time Out London1 month ago
Westminster City Council has issued a warning to illegal street traders, underlining their commitment with £70,000 in fines as part of a pre-Christmas crackdown on scams targeting tourists.
Time Out Londonhttps://www.timeout.com/london/news/london-tourists-have-been-told-to-watch-out-for-photobooth-boxing-machine-and-pedicab-scams-122024
Deputy Leader of the Council Aicha Less emphasized the council's zero-tolerance approach to rogue traders, stating, 'we will catch you and we will prosecute you' as they work to combat holiday scams.
Time Out Londonhttps://www.timeout.com/london/news/london-tourists-have-been-told-to-watch-out-for-photobooth-boxing-machine-and-pedicab-scams-122024
The council has taken action against five illegal street traders, resulting in over £6,187 in fines and the seizure of all illegal boxing machines and photo booths.
Time Out Londonhttps://www.timeout.com/london/news/london-tourists-have-been-told-to-watch-out-for-photobooth-boxing-machine-and-pedicab-scams-122024
Additionally, inspectors have targeted overpriced rickshaw drivers, imposing £14,000 in fines for dangerous driving and overcharging, showcasing a broader effort to protect tourists.
Time Out Londonhttps://www.timeout.com/london/news/london-tourists-have-been-told-to-watch-out-for-photobooth-boxing-machine-and-pedicab-scams-122024
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