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Posted on the 7th October 2025 in PHTM News

VEEZU ROLLS OUT NATIONAL ANTI-SPIKING CAMPAIGN AFTER SUCCESSFUL NORWICH PILOT

Veezu is expanding its anti-spiking initiative nationwide following a successful pilot in Norwich.

The company, which acquired Norwich firm ABC Taxis in 2022, raised £6,000 for the national charity, Stamp Out Spiking, a trial of the scheme in the city.

The initiative focuses on providing anti-spiking guidance for Veezu drivers, training them to "recognise the warning signs of spiking and respond appropriately to help keep passengers safe." 

The national launch coincides with the recent return of students to UK campuses and ongoing government consideration of new legislation to make spiking a standalone criminal offence.

Nathan Bowles, CEO at Veezu, emphasised the severity of the issue and the responsibility of transport providers: “Spiking is a hidden crime with devastating consequences, and we believe that transport providers have a responsibility to be part of the solution."

Bowles added that Veezu is "proud to lead the sector with this first-of-its-kind initiative" and is calling for wider industry action: “That is why we are calling on licensing authorities to make accredited anti-spiking training a national standard.

"Safety must be non-negotiable, and embedding this training will ensure that for every journey."

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