Protect your Private Hire Licence
A revocation of your Private Hire Licence means that the Licencing Authority no longer sees you as ‘fit and proper’ to hold a Private Hire Licence, meaning you can no longer legally drive for Private Hire purposes.
For many, their job as a driver is their only source of their income. Licencing Authorities, like TfL, are legally required to inform the National Register of Refusals, Revocations and Suspensions of any revocations.
Being aware of your responsibilities can prevent the loss of your job, livelihood and professional reputation.
Protect your licence and reduce your risk by following three easy steps.
Think S.B.C:
Stay clean and drive smart: Ensure that you drive safely and abide by the highway code. As minor driving offences or an accumulation of penalty points can put your licence at risk, with some offences leading to revocations. Ensure you comply with the licence conditions and immediately inform the Licensing Authority of any convictions to help boost your chances at appeal.
- Be Professional: An accumulation of complaints can trigger investigations or fitness reviews. Prevent customer complaints by maintaining your professional conduct at all times.
- Contact an expert for legal advice: Fitness reviews or investigations must not be ignored. Obtain legal advice early — a quick response can stop a revocation in its tracks. If your licence has been revoked, you have 21 days to act.
At Smith Bowyer Clarke Road Transport Lawyers, we have the expertise and the experience to help you in your time of crisis. We have a specialist team helping licenced drivers navigate licence reviews and appeals.
Your Licence is a more than your just your job – it is your professional reputation that is also on the line. Place it in the right hands by contacting our team today for FREE initial advice.
