Inclusion taxi into the Social Code – TMV and SoVD in talks with CDU politicians

A CDU politician and two associations want to politically anchor the inclusion taxi. Patrick Meinhardt, chief executive of the TMV, recently spoke with the new labor and social policy spokesperson of the CDU/CSU parliamentary group, Marc Biadacz. Topic: the so-called inclusion taxi - a service aimed at providing people in wheelchairs with barrier-free mobility. The goal is to anchor the model long-term in the Social Code.

TMV Managing Director Patrick Meinhardt (left) meets the new labor and social policy spokesman for the CDU/CSU parliamentary group, Marc Biadacz. | Photo: TMV
TMV Managing Director Patrick Meinhardt (left) meets the new labor and social policy spokesman for the CDU/CSU parliamentary group, Marc Biadacz. | Photo: TMV

Biadacz, fresh in his new role, appeared well-prepared. He is familiar with the existing concept of the Social Association Germany (SoVD) and the Taxi and Rental Car Association (TMV). Biadacz stated that he wanted to "quickly engage in dialogue." The cooperation between a social and an economic association— a constellation that is rare enough in Berlin—has particularly attracted attention. Accordingly, his proposal is for a joint meeting with all involved stakeholders in the near future.

Approach is simple - but not uncomplicated

Inclusion taxis are intended to enable people with disabilities to be mobile under the same conditions as in public transport. But currently, customers, companies, and municipalities often bear the financial burdens alone. For Meinhardt a clear grievance:

"This is a societal task," he said. Those who want the offer must also ensure a fair distribution of costs.

For this to succeed, political backing is needed – and not least: patience. Both sides agree that the path to legally secured financing will be long. It is necessary to clarify responsibilities, involve partners, and assess possible resistance. The parties involved speak of a "considerable need for consultation" – not a quick decision, but a process.

Meinhardt emphasizes the emotional dimension of the project. For the TMV, the inclusion taxi is a "matter of the heart". The fact that it is now receiving political support gives hope that the idea will not only move on paper – but soon also on the road.

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