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We urge the department to bring forward a clear plan to curtail the extensive practice...
Recommendation
We urge the department to bring forward a clear plan to curtail the extensive practice of out-of-area working and create greater incentives for drivers to license in the locality in which they operate. This will enable local licensing authorities to take enforcement action more readily, keep both drivers and passengers safe, and restore trust that has been lost across the sector. (Recommendation, Paragraph 32) 46 Responsibility for licensing
Source
Committee
Transport Committee
Report
1st Report – Raising the standard: licensing of taxis and private hire vehicles
10 Jun 2026
HC 80
Addressee Bodies
Department for Transport
Timeline
Recommendation age
0.1 yrs
Report published
10 Jun 2026