Taxi Driver Online

Although I think the lad shouldn't have to buy a silly money WAV, I haven't seen an answer to the 'why not premier WAV' question?

Or have I missed something?

I have sympathy for the driver concerned, however I do wonder about the larger picture.

If the driver wins, in theory any council with a mixed fleet will be obliged to offer a saloon license to any driver with an ailment, which, as we know can be given by way of a sick note after a quick visit to a doctors.

Another thing that bothers me is that Dundee dont seem to have any age limits.

That aside, one of the main arguments of the saloon lobby has always been that saloons cater for the ambient disabled which is why they are needed. Of couse these vehicles, like TX's dont only cater for the disabled......which is a point that hasnt also been answered.

CC

I have sympathy for the driver concerned, however I do wonder about the larger picture.

If the driver wins, in theory any council with a mixed fleet will be obliged to offer a saloon license to any driver with an ailment, which, as we know can be given by way of a sick note after a quick visit to a doctors.

Another thing that bothers me is that Dundee dont seem to have any age limits.

That aside, one of the main arguments of the saloon lobby has always been that saloons cater for the ambient disabled which is why they are needed. Of couse these vehicles, like TX's dont only cater for the disabled......which is a point that hasnt also been answered.

CC

Due to the fact this is now being heard by the LA and not in a court of law it won't set a precedent as each licensing decision is based on each individual cases merits

My thoughts as well CC.

Why should any individual be able to use a cheaper to buy, cheaper to run, vehicle. If he is given a "wheelchair exemption" via a medical, he should then be on a level playing field with all the other Hackney proprietors if he has a WAV.

It would also be possible for a "carer" to load any wheelchair jobs that came his way.

I have to agree, it just seems so obvious.

Without wishing to appear harsh, why cant he drive a WAV and have an exemption?

Also, once on the road the vehicle could be driven by any driver.

To me it just sounds like someone does not fancy a wav vehicle for whatever reason (Cheaper to buy, or would prefer a sallon for his private car when not at work).

And is willing to use, or abuse, legislation to protect the disabled for his own benefit.