Skyline Taxis to launch 'collection and delivery' service for those self-isolating

    Local taxi company, Skyline, has today (23/3) launched a 'collection and delivery' service allowing those who are self-isolating to arrange delivery of essential items.

    The new service comes as Skyline taxi drivers are faced with a complete loss of income and activity due to the coronavirus pandemic. 

    While, on the other hand, many retailers and health facilities are facing overwhelming demand and are struggling to distribute products. As a result, the 'collection and delivery' service aims to reduce this demand, with 1,500 drivers available to safely deliver essential items to those who need them. 

    Essential items could include groceries, medicine, and equipment for people working from home, to name a few.

    Skyline's call centre staff are working remotely to deliver the new service. 

    Gav Sokhi, Director of Skyline Taxi's, said: "It would be extremely wasteful for these drivers to be sitting at home costing the Exchequer when they could be playing an active part in solving the enormous problems communities are facing.

    "We understand that Milton Keynes Council is working with the National Government on the relief plans it is putting in place. We are available to support this effort be it delivery of essentials to the elderly, medicines to the sick etc."

    Skyline has taken the necessary steps to ensure drivers and customers interact in a seamless manner. 

    An app is also being developed to allow people to use the service without calling the call centre. 

    Call 01908 222111 to arrange a collection/delivery. 

     


     

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