Other Advocacy Services
Other legal services offered by our team of defence barristersCourt overturn TfL refusal
Mr DM instructed us following the refusal of his first time application for a private hire licence with Transport for London [TfL].
Court of Appeal Reject UTAG FreeNow licence appeal
The Court of Appeal has rejected an appeal by UTAG that sought to challenge TFL’s decision to grant FreeNow an operating licence.
Taxi Defence Barristers advise TfL client on new policy adopted
CM approached us due to a refusal by Transport for London (TfL) to grant him a private hire licence.
Success for Taxi Defence Barristers’ client in TFL health and misconduct case
ZI approached us to represent him in respect of the refusal to renew his private hire licence by Transport for London [TfL].
Legislative Update: Disabled Persons Act & Safeguarding and Road Safety Act
A brief update on new legislation relating to equality duties and new duty on councils to report “out of town” drivers relating to safety concerns.
London Private Hire operators’ contracts with passengers – new TfL regulation
TfL introduce new regulation confirming that London PHV operators are required to contract directly with passengers.
‘Overhaul taxi and PH licensing system’ – Adam Smith Institute
A think tank says taxi and PH licensing should be overhauled and the Knowledge, and other topographical tests should be removed.
What is fit and proper?
You must be fit and proper to be licensed and continue to be so to remain licensed. What is ‘fit and proper’ according to Transport for London?
Successful outcome for TfL licensed driver
TfL decided to revoke his private hire licence after there was a delay in getting them the medical information they required
Are you ready for mandatory tax checks?
From 4 April 2022 onwards, there will be a mandatory requirement for licensees (and new applicants) to provide evidence to the council of tax registration.
Taxi Defence Barristers success in overturning TfL revocation
In court, we were able to prove that TfL clearly did not understand how the UBER app worked if they were arguing negative feedback on fares meant dishonesty.
TfL decide not to contest appeal following intervention from Taxi Defence Barristers
We lodged our appeal immediately and following presentation to TfL they decided not to contest the appeal and waived their decision.
TfL Knowledge of London changes
Transport for London (TfL) has announced changes to its Knowledge of London assessment described as “business as usual” changes.
TfL revocation appeal won
Neither UBER nor TfL conducted any investigation or proper assessment of the complaints received. TfL revoked his licence we successfully regained his licence.
Crown Court Judge overturn TfL renewal refusal
Taxi Defence Barristers successfully overturn a decision by Transport for London (TfL) to refuse a private hire driver’s licence renewal.
Taxi Defence Barristers overturn TfL decision not to renew driver’s licence
Taxi Defence Barristers successful in overturning a decision by Transport for London not to renew private hire driver’s licence.
Private hire operators’ contracts with passengers
Concerns the Divisional Court judgment, in December, which confirmed the correct approach to operate under the Private Hire Vehicles (London) Act 1998.
High Court clarifies “plying for hire” under Private Hire Vehicles (London) Act 1998
The High Court has clarified the definition of “plying for hire” in relation to minicabs working for Uber and Free Now.
Taxi legal services when you need them
Taxi Defence Barristers are taxi legal team who specialise in helping drivers who have had their licences refused or revoked. Our barristers have challenged the decisions of TfL and the PCO for many clients. We don’t underestimate importance of guiding clients through the complexities of hackney carriage and private hire laws. We ensure our clients understand at each stage what is going on.
Please contact us to discuss your taxi license refusal or revocation.