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I note this from page 8 of the handbook.
"With the exception of drivers’ licences, the council is required to consult upon the fees it
intends to levy through a public notice procedure. In determining the fees to be charged it
would be reasonable to do so with a view to achieving full cost recovery."
Now, our council advertise increases in vehicle licenses, operators licenses and also the drivers licenses. However it does not advertise any of the other fees that it charges or increases in them such as transfer fees or replacement license fees. Is this something that should be taken up with them?

The LGA advises: All councillors should receive in-depth training before sitting on a licensing committee Councils

"Facts and figures" page seven.

There are 78,000 taxis, and 153,000 PH's in England and Wales. (231,000)

There are 27,000 taxi and PH drivers in England and Wales.

That's either eight each, or there are 204,000 unlicensed drivers out there.

600 million trips, over 3 million miles. Your average journey is therefore 0.005 of one mile or not very far.

You couldn't make it up, could you? Well you could, because someone clearly has.

Author:	captain cab [ Thu Mar 19, 2015 10:17 am ]
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Taxi and PHV licensing: Councillors' Handbook (England and Wales) published by LGA 19 March 2015 Councils' critical responsibilities in licensing taxi and private hire vehicle drivers have been highlighted by recent examples of licensed vehicles and premises being used to facilitate the sexual exploitation of young children. The LGA has drawn together practical advice and learning from recent events into a handbook to help councillors understand some of the key issues concerning taxi and PHV licensing. It is intended to be used as a starting point to explain how to manage some of the challenges that can arise in this complex area of business regulation. The LGA advises: All councillors should receive in-depth training before sitting on a licensing committee Councils should have a clear policy on determining a ‘fit and proper' person, and apply it rigorously Indecency offences should be viewed seriously and applications not normally granted if convicted Complaints should be thoroughly investigated, recorded and analysed for trends Councils should consider joint-warranting officers from neighbouring authorities - http://www.local.gov.uk/documents/10180 ... 679235e456 See more at: http://www.local.gov.uk/web/guest/publi ... RqIXa.dpuf

Author:	toots [ Thu Mar 19, 2015 10:33 am ]
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I guess it's good to see that it's not only the drivers they want to see trained

Author:	grandad [ Thu Mar 19, 2015 11:38 am ]
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I note this from page 8 of the handbook. "With the exception of drivers’ licences, the council is required to consult upon the fees it intends to levy through a public notice procedure. In determining the fees to be charged it would be reasonable to do so with a view to achieving full cost recovery." Now, our council advertise increases in vehicle licenses, operators licenses and also the drivers licenses. However it does not advertise any of the other fees that it charges or increases in them such as transfer fees or replacement license fees. Is this something that should be taken up with them?

Author:	captain cab [ Thu Mar 19, 2015 12:30 pm ]
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grandad wrote: I note this from page 8 of the handbook. "With the exception of drivers’ licences, the council is required to consult upon the fees it intends to levy through a public notice procedure. In determining the fees to be charged it would be reasonable to do so with a view to achieving full cost recovery." Now, our council advertise increases in vehicle licenses, operators licenses and also the drivers licenses. However it does not advertise any of the other fees that it charges or increases in them such as transfer fees or replacement license fees. Is this something that should be taken up with them? the act states the charges they are required to advertise

Author:	jimbo [ Thu Mar 19, 2015 6:13 pm ]
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"Facts and figures" page seven. There are 78,000 taxis, and 153,000 PH's in England and Wales. (231,000) There are 27,000 taxi and PH drivers in England and Wales. That's either eight each, or there are 204,000 unlicensed drivers out there. 600 million trips, over 3 million miles. Your average journey is therefore 0.005 of one mile or not very far. You couldn't make it up, could you? Well you could, because someone clearly has.

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Author:	Sussex [ Fri Mar 20, 2015 12:44 am ]
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captain cab wrote: The LGA advises: All councillors should receive in-depth training before sitting on a licensing committee Councils About time too.

Author:	Sussex [ Fri Mar 20, 2015 12:46 am ]
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jimbo wrote: "Facts and figures" page seven. There are 78,000 taxis, and 153,000 PH's in England and Wales. (231,000) There are 27,000 taxi and PH drivers in England and Wales. That's either eight each, or there are 204,000 unlicensed drivers out there. 600 million trips, over 3 million miles. Your average journey is therefore 0.005 of one mile or not very far. You couldn't make it up, could you? Well you could, because someone clearly has. Reminds me when some clever ***t advised the Law Commission that their numbers didn't add up.

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