Hackney Carriage and Private Hire Drivers Policy

All drivers shall operate strictly within the terms of any licence issued by the Borough Council.

Any requirements of legislation, which effects the operations being carried out under the terms of this licence, shall be regarded as if they are conditions of this licence. 

It is the driver's responsibility to provide the following information throughout the term of their licence:

• annual DVLA check - a driver shall produce their DVLA driving licence for inspection by an authorised officer annually and at any point during the period of the licence when requested
• medical certificate in accordance with conditions

The Local Government (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1976 provides that any person who acts in contravention of the provisions of Part II of the Act shall be guilty of an offence and liable on summary conviction to a fine. In addition to such action, whether or not resulting in criminal proceedings being taken, such act may lead to the suspension or revocation of an existing licence or refusal to renew such a licence.