Report on the Work of the Licensing Committee

This report gives an overview of the key items considered by members of the Licensing Committee at their meetings on

Licensing Committee – 23 July 2024

Hackney Carriage and Private Hire Licensing Policy

The Committee considered the draft Hackney Carriage and Private Hire Licensing Policy for consultation purposes.

The Committee resolved to approve the Hackney Carriage and Private Hire Policy 2024-2029 for consultation purposes subject to the inclusions raised at the meeting.

Pavement Licensing Policy

The Committee considered the draft Pavement Licensing Policy and fees for consultation purposes.

The Committee resolved to agree the policy for consultation purposes.

Gambling Act Policy 2025-2028 Draft for Consultation

The Committee considered the draft Statement of Gambling Policy 2025-2028 for consultation.

The Committee resolved to approve the draft Statement of Gambling Policy 2025-2028 for consultation.

Licensing Committee – 1 October 2024

Review and Setting of Fees & Charges for the licensing of Hackney Carriages, Private Hire, and Private Hire Operators

The Committee considered the proposed licensing fees and charges for consultation purposes and statutory advertising requirements.

The Committee resolved to approve the proposed licensing fees and charges for consultation.

Gambling Act Policy 2025-2028

The Committee considered recommending adoption of the Gambling Act Policy 2025-2028 to Council.

The Committee resolved recommending adoption of the Gambling Act Policy 2025-2028 to Council.