Post by The Dark Knight on Jan 24, 2023 8:33:38 GMT
Taxi licence policy slammed as 'pure racism' up for review by Kirklees Council
Kirklees Council’s “draconian” Fitness and Suitability Policy is under review as drivers call for change following a successful appeal.
The policy, which was slammed as ‘pure racism’ by taxi drivers fearing for their livelihoods at a council meeting last year, can lead to licences being revoked if more than six penalty points are accumulated. The council said the policy aims to ensure ‘the safety of the travelling public.’
www.examinerlive.co.uk/news/west-yorkshire-news/taxi-licence-policy-slammed-pure-26054553
Kirklees Council’s “draconian” Fitness and Suitability Policy is under review as drivers call for change following a successful appeal.
The policy, which was slammed as ‘pure racism’ by taxi drivers fearing for their livelihoods at a council meeting last year, can lead to licences being revoked if more than six penalty points are accumulated. The council said the policy aims to ensure ‘the safety of the travelling public.’
www.examinerlive.co.uk/news/west-yorkshire-news/taxi-licence-policy-slammed-pure-26054553