The Licensing Sub-Committee of Tunbridge Wells Council met on Wednesday 7 October 2026. The primary item on the agenda was the review of a current Hackney Carriage/Private Hire Driver's Licence. Due to the sensitive nature of the information, this item was held in private.

Review of Hackney Carriage/Private Hire Driver's Licence

The committee was scheduled to review a current Hackney Carriage/Private Hire Driver's Licence. This item was designated as exempt from public disclosure under the Local Government Act 1972, specifically by virtue of paragraphs (1), (2), and (7) of Part I of Schedule 12A. These paragraphs relate to information concerning individuals, the potential revelation of identities, and matters connected to the prevention, investigation, or prosecution of crime. The report pack provided to the committee members contained extensive documentation, spanning pages 5 to 89, including various appendices (A through L), which were also exempt from public view. The nature of the review suggests it may have involved considerations of the driver's conduct, compliance with licensing regulations, or other personal circumstances relevant to their licence. The specific details of the review and any potential outcomes remain confidential.