Issue - meetings

Consideration was given to a proposed consultation on the introduction of a new County-wide Taxi Handbook, which would be issued to all licensed taxi drivers.  It was noted that the proposed Handbook would potentially have a significant impact on current taxi drivers and operators and that the introduction of a transition period for the more significant changes, to lessen the impact on existing businesses, would be looked at.  Consultation on the Handbook would take place with the taxi trade, members of the public and any relevant public bodies and voluntary groups prior to the guidance being brought back to the Committee in the Autumn for final approval.

RESOLVED that the proposed consultation on the new County-wide Taxi Handbook be supported.