The measure, which affected professionals from 19 municipalities on the island, has been described by the sector as a restriction lacking any justification. The judicial resolution, which already has a precedent in the first instance, questions the legal basis of this limitation that was consolidated after the COVID-19 health crisis.
The 'transfer' system allows taxi drivers from across the island to pick up passengers at Gran Canaria airport through a telematic platform managed by the island corporation. According to sector representatives, imposing a monthly cap violates fundamental rights and freedom of enterprise, as it was a practice that operated without restrictions prior to the pandemic.
“"The magistrates are telling them that there is no motivation."
Although the ruling can still be appealed to the Supreme Court, taxi professionals have announced their intention to claim damages if the judgment becomes final. The sector's legal defense is currently assessing the economic impact resulting from the limitation of their work capacity during this period.
The sector has also denounced a disparity in activity control, noting that while regulated public services were restricted, unlicensed vehicle intrusion has continued to operate at airport facilities without the same administrative pressure.
