Issue - meetings

To consider the proposed policy on ‘exempt plating’ of private hire vehicles and drivers

The Committee considered a report regarding the proposed policy on ‘exempt plating’ of private hire vehicles and drivers within Cheshire East Borough.

At its meeting on 20 July 2009, the Licensing Committee had approved the draft policy on ‘exempt plating’ in order that it may be subject to consultation with the trade.  No responses were received during the consultation period.

RESOLVED

(a)   That the proposed policy on ‘exempt plating’ of private hire vehicles and drivers be approved.

(b) That the power to determine applications for ‘exempt plating’ in line with the Council’s policy be delegated to the Licensing Manager.  This delegation shall be subject to the provisio that the Licensing Manager shall have the discretion to refer such applications to the Licensing Sub-Committee for determination.