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RESOLVED that in accordance with Section 100(a)(4) of the Local Government Act 1972 the public and press were excluded from the meeting on the grounds that there would be disclosure to them of exempt information under Paragraphs 12 and 18 of Schedule 12a Part 7 of the above Act in respect of the following item[s].
RESOLVED Reason for decision That a vehicle licence be granted to VL/02/24. Due to the exceptional condition of the vehicle; the efforts to maintain the vehicle to a high standard and the MOT. VL/02/24 was advised that the decision would follow in writing. The Chair thanked all for attending.
RESOLVED that in accordance with Section 100(a)(4) of the Local Government Act 1972 the public and press were excluded from the meeting on the grounds that there would be disclosure to them of exempt information under Paragraphs 12 and 18 of Schedule 12a Part 7 of the above Act in respect of the following item[s].
RESOLVED Reason for decision The suspension of JD/09/24 continues until they complete and pass a knowledge and safeguarding course, provided by an organisation acceptable to the Licensing Authority. To ensure safeguarding issues are addressed. JD/09/24 was advised that the decision would follow in writing with details of their right to appeal. The Chair thanked all for attending.
Decision as recorded
RESOLVED that in accordance with Section 100(a)(4) of the Local Government Act 1972 the public and press were excluded from the meeting on the grounds that there would be disclosure to them of exempt information under Paragraphs 12 and 18 of Schedule 12a Part 7 of the above Act in respect of the following item[s].
RESOLVED that in accordance with Section 100(a)(4) of the Local Government Act 1972 the public and press were excluded from the meeting on the grounds that there would be disclosure to them of exempt information under Paragraphs 12 and 18 of Schedule 12a Part 7 of the above Act in respect of the following item[s].
The Chair, Sub-Committee members, officers and applicant introduced themselves. The Clerk to the Sub-Committee explained the procedures to be followed by the Sub-Committee.
Decision as recorded
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RESOLVED Reason for decision That a vehicle licence be granted to VL/02/24. Due to the exceptional condition of the vehicle; the efforts to maintain the vehicle to a high standard and the MOT. VL/02/24 was advised that the decision would follow in writing. The Chair thanked all for attending.
Applicant – VL/02/24 The Licensing Officer presented the licensing authority’s position as outlined in the report [copy filed with the signed minutes]. In response to a question he advised that if approved the licence would need to renewed every 12 months. In line with the Council’s Policy any vehicle over 8 years old would need to have two MOTs each year and undergo extra checks, which would be at the owner’s expense. The Licensing Officer advised that the mileage of the vehicle was what would be expected for a vehicle of its age. The applicant advised that the vehicle was used for airport transfers, corporate work, weddings and evenings out. In response to questions he advised that the vehicle was inspected once a month and serviced every 10,000 miles. All parties confirmed that they had been able to make their representations. The Sub-Committee withdrew to consider, in private, the application and the evidence they had heard, with the support of the Clerk. On their return the Chair announced their decision. In reaching the decision members took into account the relevant written and verbal representations. RESOLVED Reason for decision That a vehicle licence be granted to VL/02/24. Due to the exceptional condition of the vehicle; the efforts to maintain the vehicle to a high standard and the MOT. VL/02/24 was advised that the decision would follow in writing. The Chair thanked all for attending.
Item 4 was not considered.
The Sub-Committee was advised that JD/08/24 was to be considered at the Sub-Committee scheduled for 2 December 2024.
Decision as recorded
RESOLVED that in accordance with Section 100(a)(4) of the Local Government Act 1972 the public and press were excluded from the meeting on the grounds that there would be disclosure to them of exempt information under Paragraphs 12 and 18 of Schedule 12a Part 7 of the above Act in respect of the following item[s].
RESOLVED that in accordance with Section 100(a)(4) of the Local Government Act 1972 the public and press were excluded from the meeting on the grounds that there would be disclosure to them of exempt information under Paragraphs 12 and 18 of Schedule 12a Part 7 of the above Act in respect of the following item[s].
The Chair, Sub-Committee members, officers, applicant and employer and Police representative introduced themselves. The Clerk to the Sub-Committee explained the procedures to be followed by the Sub-Committee.
Decision as recorded
RESOLVED Reason for decision The suspension of JD/09/24 continues until they complete and pass a knowledge and safeguarding course, provided by an organisation acceptable to the Licensing Authority. To ensure safeguarding issues are addressed. JD/09/24 was advised that the decision would follow in writing with details of their right to appeal. The Chair thanked all for attending.
Applicant – JD/09/24 and supported by their employer Mr R Bowen, Licensing Officer, Dyfed-Powys Police The Licensing Officer presented the licensing authority’s position as outlined in the report [copy filed with the signed minutes]. JD/09/24 read a statement explaining, from their perspective, what had happened, which had led to the complaint. They advised that they would be willing to undertake a safeguarding course. The Licensing Officer advised that all new licence holders undertake a knowledge and safeguarding course and have to complete and pass a test. In response to a question JD/09/24 advised that the complaint had been made three weeks after the event and that they had not worked for 2 ½ weeks since their suspension. In response to a question about being an experienced driver and whether they felt their role included having conversations with customers they responded by saying that they would not always have conversations but on this occasion they felt uncomfortable with the customer and tried to have a conversation to break up the journey. In response to a question they advised that they told the customer about local places of interest but did not take them to any. Mr Bowen advised from a police perspective they were not here to judge whether a criminal offence had taken place but were considering safeguarding issues and whether JD/09/24 was a “fit and proper person” to hold a licence. He advised that JD/09/24 had not been questioned by any legal body. JD/09/24 admitted in their statement to the Sub-committee how they had previously gone above and beyond a taxi driver’s role, rather than contacting the appropriate authorities. He advised that the complainant was a professional person and would likely know the consequences of making a complaint. He stated that the Police did not think that JD/09/24 was a “fit and proper person” to hold a licence. JD/09/24’s employer spoke in support, having know them for 17 years and considered them to be a caring person. The Sub-committee noted the many character references received. All parties confirmed that they had been able to make their representations. The Sub-Committee withdrew to consider, in private, the application and the evidence they had heard, with the support of the Clerk. On their return the Chair announced their decision. In reaching the decision members took into account the relevant written and verbal representations. RESOLVED Reason for decision The suspension of JD/09/24 continues until they complete and pass a knowledge and safeguarding course, provided by an organisation acceptable to the Licensing Authority. To ensure safeguarding issues are addressed. JD/09/24 was advised that the decision would follow in writing with details of their right to appeal. The Chair thanked all for attending.