Issue details

Application considered

Representations were heard from the Licensing Officer and Licence Holder.

We have found the following facts:

·         That the Licence Holder has held a Private Hire Driver’s Licence since March 2025.

·         That the Licence Holder was observed to be using a mobile telephone device on three occasions in October 2025.

·         That the Licence Holder was suspended initially and placed on reduced duties by the operator.

·         That in respect of the alleged incident, the Licence Holder had undertaken reasonable enquiries to locate the owner of the vehicle and left the licence holder’s details.

Law and guidance considered

·         Legislation and policy referred to in the report.

·         Fenland District Council – Taxi Licensing Policy

·         Any statutory guidance

·         Conditions of Licensing

Matters found to be irrelevant in this case

None.