Decision

Review & Harmonisation of Hackney Carriage and Private Hire Licensing Fees and Charges

Decision Maker: Licensing and Appeals Committee

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: January 20, 2026

Purpose:

Content: RESOLVED that:   (i)                 The new methodology and construction of taxi fees and charges be noted, and agreement be given to officers, in collaboration with finance colleagues, making structural changes to taxi licensing accounting arrangements to ensure they reflect legal precedent. (ii)                The outcomes of the consultation on the proposed fees and charges were considered and noted and (iii)              approval given to determine the fees and charges which will apply to taxi licensing from 26 January 2026 to the end of March 2027.

Supporting Documents

Licensing Appeals Report - Taxi Fees Final.pdf
Appendix 2 Consultation Analysis.pdf
Appendix 3 Fees and charges levied by the four sovereign areas.pdf
Appendix 4 - Interim Fees.pdf
Appendix 1 - Proposed Fees and Charges 2026-2027.pdf