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10.1

The report set out to review a proposed
increase to fees and charges for applications made under the Local
Government (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1976 and Town Police
Clauses Act 1847, namely:

·      
Hackney Carriage and Private Hire Driver Licences

·      
Hackney Carriage Vehicle Licences

·      
Private Hire Vehicle Licences

·      
Private Hire Operator Licences

 

 

10.2

RESOLVED
UNANIMOUSLY: That the Waste and Street
Scene Policy Committee approves for public consultation, as
per the statutory requirements, that the Taxi and Private Hire
Licence Fees and Charges for 2024-25, as set out in Appendix C to
the report, to take effect from 1st October 2024, should no
objections be received.

 

 

10.3

Reasons for Decision

 

 

10.3.1

Increasing fees as per the proposal will
ensure the Licensing Service recovers its reasonable costs in
administering and ensuring compliance with the Hackney Carriage and
Private Hire licensing regime.

 

 

10.4

Alternatives Considered and Rejected

 

 

10.4.1

Not approving the proposed increase in licence
fees. This will require continued subsidy or reductions in
quality/timeliness of service to remain within budget.

10.4.2

Approving a lower licence fee to that
proposed. This will require continued subsidy or reductions in
quality/timeliness of service to remain within budget.
 

10.4.3

Phasing in the new level of fees over a two or
three year period. This would reduce the burden on licensees but
would require continued subsidy, albeit at a reduced rate.