URL: https://democracy.ipswich.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=1383

Decision Maker: Officer Decision

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Purpose: A combined hackney carriage/private hire driver failed to provide a current medical. The decision has been taken to immediately suspend the drivers combined hackney carriage/private hire licence as the driver is unable to meet the requirements of the Hackeney Carriage and Private Hire Policy.   No alternative options were considered.   The Chair of Licensing and Regulatory Committee has been consulted.

Content: A combined hackney carriage/private hire driver failed to provide a current medical. The decision has been taken to immediately suspend the drivers combined hackney carriage/private hire licence as the driver is unable to meet the requirements of the Hackeney Carriage and Private Hire Policy.   No alternative options were considered.   The Chair of Licensing and Regulatory Committee has been consulted. To suspend the licence with immediate effect.   Reason: Failure to provide current medical and therefore the driver does not meet the requirements of the Hackney Carriage and Private Hire Policy.

Date of Decision: October 2, 2025