Issue - meetings

To consider an application for a Private Hire Drivers Licence.

The sub-committee reconvened at 11.00am to consider an application for a Private Hire Drivers Licence from Mr B.

The Chairman took this opportunity to introduce all who were present and explained the procedure for the meeting. She also reminded everyone at the meeting that the sub-committee was still in exempt business.

The Acting Licensing Team Leader advised that an initial application for a private hire driver’s licence had been received by the Council. Following the result of the Disclosure Barring Service check members were now being asked to consider the application. The sub-committee was reminded that the test for a licensed driver was whether an applicant is a “fit and proper” person to hold a licence.

The applicant was then given the opportunity to address the sub-committee and members asked a number of questions. Following a chance for all parties to sum up, the sub-committee adjourned to consider the application.

The sub-committee returned and

Decision

After careful consideration of all the evidence presented to them the sub-committee concluded the Mr B’s application for a Private Hire Licence be refused.

That was the sub-committee’s decision and a decision letter would be sent shortly after the meeting and any party who wishes to appeal the decision has 21 days from the date of receipt of the letter to submit an appeal to Weymouth magistrates Court, Westway Road, Weymouth, DT4 8BS.