The panel heard that the driver had previously held a licence with Havant Borough Council, which was suspended and revoked following conduct that included sexual contact with a vulnerable passenger. 

A 76-year-old cabbie has been stripped of his driving licence after failing to convince magistrates that a ban would cause him exceptional hardship. 

The transport authority has outlined four distinct options to help drivers cover rising expenses, maintain fair compensation,and keep taxi driving a viable career choice.

Under the new tariff coming into effect on 5 November 2026, the initial charge for journeys of up to 880 yards will rise by 30p to £4.30, bringing the estimated cost of a two-mile trip to £7.50.

Isle of Wight Council's environment and community protection committee (ECPC) has been advised to approve a draft Hackney Carriage and Private Hire Statement of Licensing Policy 2027–2032 for a six-week consultation. 

Taxi drivers in East Renfrewshire are demanding tougher parking enforcement after all four spaces at a designated taxi rank were occupied by other vehicles – including a Police Scotland van.

TfL has launched a public consultation on ambitious plans to phase out petrol, diesel, and hybrid engines from newly-licensed private hire vehicles. 

Following a six-week public consultation on a May draft that gathered 30 responses, the committee backed the proposals as a recommendation for a final decision by full council.