This report seeks approval from committee
members for consultation to begin on the draft Hackney
Carriage and Private Hire Licensing Policy at Appendix A.
The draft policy outlines the decision making framework that
Tamworth Borough Council will apply when
exercising its responsibilities for licensing hackney carriage and
private hire vehicles, drivers and operators.
Decision type: Key
Reason Key: Substantially / significantly effects 2 or more wards;
Decision status: For Determination
Wards affected: (All Wards);
Notice of proposed decision first published: 01/09/2022
Decision due: 21 Mar 2023 by Council
Lead member: Portfolio Holder for Voluntary sector, Town Centre, Evening economy & Community Safety
Lead director: Assistant Director - Assets
Contact: Sarah Gear, Senior Licensing Officer Email: sarah-gear@tamworth.gov.uk.
Consultation process
If approved for consultation, all licensed
Drivers, Proprietors of vehicles and operators will be consulted on
the draft policy.
The policy will also be published on the Tamworth Borough Council
website for public consultation.