The Chair asked all parties if they had any requests, and it was noted that there were no requests

The Licensing Officer introduced the report as outlined within the agenda on pages 5 to 30.

Members and the applicant were provided the chance to ask questions of the Licensing Officer.  There were none.

The applicant was then provided with the opportunity to present his case.

Members and the Licensing Officer were given an opportunity to ask questions to the applicant.

The Chair enquired if there were any further questions for applicant, before moving on to closing summaries.

The Licensing Officer provided a short summary to the Sub-Committee during which she stated the Sub-Committee must decide whether the applicant was a fit and proper person to hold a Private Hire Driver’s Licence.

The applicant was asked to present a summary of his case to Members; during which he commented he was not aware that he had to inform the Local Authority of his motor conviction and apologised for this.

The Sub-Committee adjourned at 7.16pm for deliberation and were accompanied by the Legal Advisor and the Democratic Services Officer. 

The meeting reconvened at 7.23pm.

RESOLVED:

The Sub-Committee agree to grant the Private Hire Driver’s Licence