The Measuring Instruments (Taximeters) Regulations 2006 No. 2304

SCHEDULE 1 ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

Other requirements

33.  The values of distance travelled and time elapsed, when displayed or printed in accordance with these Regulations shall be for—

(a) the distance travelled, the units of kilometres or miles, until the date is fixed according to Article 1(b) of Council Directive 80/181/EEC(1), as amended by Council Directive 89/617/EEC(2); and

(b) the time elapsed, the units of seconds, minutes or hours, as may be suitable, but keeping in mind the necessary resolution and the need to prevent misunderstandings.

(1)

OJ No. L39, 15.2.1980, p.40.

(2)

OJ No. L357, 7.12.1989, p.28.