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Taxis can’t give heroes welcome

CONFUSED cabbies have been told they can’t display ‘Heroes Welcome’ stickers in their taxis - despite the scheme being supported by the council.


The stickers - part of a national scheme backed by Chesterfield Borough Council to show gratitude to the armed forces - are meant for display in shop and taxi windows.

But after a civic launch of the scheme into the borough, the council said the stickers are not classed as “approved signage” and cannot be displayed in taxis.

Cabbie, Eric Needham, said: “Our lads are fighting out there trying to keep this country safe. What’s a sticker going to hurt?”

A council spokesman, said: “Current policy means that hackney and private hire vehicles can’t display any signage unless it’s approved by the Council or required by legislation. However, a report on this matter is being prepared to consider whether our policy can be amended so that good causes such as the Heroes Welcome campaign can be supported.”

It will be discussed in cabinet next week.

source: http://www.derbyshiretimes.co.uk/news/local/taxis_can_t_give_heroes_welcome_1_4005856

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Think of how stupid the average person is, and realize half of them are stupider than that.
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Think of how stupid the average person is, and realize half of them are stupider than that.
George Carlin

At last some common sense, our Troops come first no matter who it offends, don't like it don't live here. end off.

Unfortunately, common sense will have to wait until next week.
CC's first post contains the most up to date link.

BTW Doom, I agree with you on this.

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Nice to see council departments talking......not.

CC

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Think of how stupid the average person is, and realize half of them are stupider than that.
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SNAFU

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The law doesn't say who in the council can approve the stickers, just the council.

So why does it need the Cabinet to agree to it? The LO in agreement with the council leader will suffice.

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IDFIMH

Re advertising read section 48(2) LGMPA and then compare with section 47 NO power exists to stop advertising on Hackney Carriages Only P/h.

your thoughts

I think 47 (1) gives councils the same powers as 48 (2).

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IDFIMH

In simple terms - under 47 they would have to attach a condition which is
appealable
And as we can show photographic evidence from all over the UK that
advertising is allowed on Taxis
And can get the advertisers to support I do not see that that they could win
such a challenge.