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Taxi Legal articles and topics relating to taxi licence refusal and revocation.
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.
Do you know what you have to declare to TfL?
If you are licensed by Transport for London (TfL), you must declare certain things to them. Failing to do so might result in a suspension or revocation of your driver’s licence.
Changes to TfL private hire driver licensing requirements
From 1 October changes to how TfL assess applications for new or renewal private hire vehicle (PHV) driver licences were implemented.
TfL English Language Requirement – Are you ready?
Transport for London (TfL) private hire drivers must comply with TfL’s English language requirement by 30 September 2021. Are you ready?
Taxi Defence Barristers successfully overturn TfL revocation in alleged Uber double login case
Taxi Defence Barristers successfully overturn decision by TfL to revoke our client’s licence on unsubstantiated allegation of double login.
Taxis and Private Hire Vehicles (Safeguarding and Road Safety) Bill
A Private Members’ Bill will focus on ‘overhauling’ taxi and private hire licensing. We look what might be expected.
Taxi Defence Barristers successful appeal to the Crown Court
Taxi Defence Barristers successful appeal to the Crown Court involving driver licence revocation based on a single allegation of sexual impropriety.
TfL to introduce NR3 in August
Transport for London is set to introduce the national refusals database (NR3) from August 2021 as part of its licensing process.
Taxi Defence Barristers overturn TfL revocation in alleged Uber logins case
We have successfully overturned a decision to revoke our client’s drivers licence. We argued that both TfL and Uber’s approach is unfair and prejudicial.
TfL failed to properly consider convictions court finds in driver appeal
GM contacted Taxi Defence Barristers having been refused a private hire licence by TfL. TfL decided he was not fit and proper on the basis of his DBS.
Taxi Defence Barristers restore driver licence on appeal
JT approached Taxi Defence Barristers having been convicted of a public order offence. The offence took place whilst JT worked as a licensed driver.
TfL to introduce safeguarding training for licensed drivers
Sadiq Khan, Mayor of London, has confirmed the introduction of safeguarding training for Transport for London (TfL) licensed drivers and applicants.
Administrative refusal – Cartledge v Gedling Borough Council
What’s the position when a driver submits his licence renewal on time but the licensing authority fails to make a decision before the expiry date?
TfL warn Black Cabs for over-ranking
Transport for London has warned Black Cab drivers to keep to the rules on parking up and ranking.
Taxi Defence Barristers overturn TfL Licence Refusal
Taxi Defence Barristers successfully overturn a decision by Transport for London (TfL) who refused to grant our client a driver’s licence.
Cautions and Convictions – What to Declare
There is a duty to report to TfL details of any convictions, cautions, charges or summonses before any Court. But when and what to declare?
Taxi Defence Barristers successfully persuade TfL to reverse revocation decision
Taxi Defence Barristers has successfully persuaded Transport for London to reverse its decision to revoke a driving licence.
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.