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David Lammy Faces Legal Battle Over Taxi Fare Dispute

5/14/2025

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British Foreign Secretary David Lammy and his wife, Nicola Green, are embroiled in controversy after allegedly skipping out on a £600 taxi fare from Italy to France. Tensions escalated when the driver confronted Lammy for payment, resulting in accusations of aggression. With both sides filing complaints, a court hearing is set for November 3, intensifying the scrutiny on the couple.

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British Foreign Secretary David Lammy and his wife, Nicola Green, are embroiled in controversy after allegedly skipping out on a £600 taxi fare from Italy to France. Tensions escalated when the driver confronted Lammy for payment, resulting in accusations of aggression. With both sides filing complaints, a court hearing is set for November 3, intensifying the scrutiny on the couple.