An Edinburgh taxi driver has been accused of being 'blunt and unhelpful', mounting a kerb and using aggressive and inappropriate language while driving a passenger.
EdinburghLive reports that cabbie Baris Eroglu had his licence reviewed by City of Edinburgh Council's Licensing Sub-Committee of the Regulatory Committee after three passengers in three months submitted official complaints about his conduct.
In addition, when the subject of a routine compliance check by enforcement officers, Eroglu was unable to produce a valid certificate of insurance for his taxi, this being a breach of licence conditions. He also reportedly swore at officials.
One passenger alleges that while Eroglu was driving them to their destination, he mounted a kerb and used aggressive and inappropriate language towards a third-party.
At the time, officers issued him with advice that he should ensure that his interactions with members of the public remain professional at all times.
The second complainant alleges that Eroglu was 'unhelpful and blunt' on two separate occasions, failing to provide the customer adequate assistance with his shopping.
A third passenger submitted a complaint after becoming concerned with Eroglu's conduct while carrying out his job.
Council officers invited Mr Eroglu to a meeting to discuss the complaints, however he told them he was no longer in Edinburgh and was unsure when he would return.
After an officer reminded him it was a serious matter requiring discussion, Eroglu said: “Watch your f***ing words”. He has not been in contact since.
The Directorate of the Licensing sub-committee recommended that Eroglu have his licence suspended, as he is 'no longer a fit and proper person to be the holder of the licence.'
Source: https://www.edinburghlive.co.uk/news/edinburgh-news/edinburgh-taxi-driver-used-aggressive-29037063
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