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Taxis will be able to operate as TVDE

A new law in Portugal will allow taxis to operate as TVDE, meaning as transport in decharacterized vehicles, bringing the sector's rules in line with those of digital platforms. The legislation also provides for changes to the tariffs charged and requires drivers on transport platforms to complete mandatory 50-hour training.

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