A steering group with members from three bureaux will be set up to tackle illegal transport services at the policy level, Secretary for the Environment, Transport & Works Dr Sarah Liao says.

The bureaux are:

* Environment, Transport & Works;

* Economic Development & Labour; and

* Security.

She said the existing task force on airport passenger and goods transport will continue its operation.

Speaking to reporters after meeting taxi-trade representatives today, Dr Liao said enforcement against illegal transport services will be stepped up. Publicity will also be strengthened to educate the public and drivers about the legal requirements.

Dr Liao pointed out there is no need to revise existing laws. The Government will explore long-term measures to tackle illegal transport services and consider new measures on which the transport trade have reached consensus.

She called on taxi drivers to voice their opinions through established channels and avoid taking radical actions.