We are asking
Fareham Borough Council undertake licensing of hackney carriages and private hire vehicles, drivers and operators within the Borough.
The document issued to applicants and licence holders and published on our website has always been called the Taxi and Private Hire Handbook. We propose to rename this document to the Taxi and Private Hire Licensing policy and make some changes to its contents.
A summary of the proposed changes can be found in the link provided.
A taxi and private hire licensing policy is crucial for ensuring public safety, accessibility, and compliance with statutory requirements.
If you wish to make any comments relating to the proposed changes, please email: licensing@fareham.gov.uk by 5 January 2026.
For further information, please contact Ian Rickman, Head of Environmental Health at: irickman@fareham.gov.uk
What can you Influence?
The wording and explanation of the policy contents.
What can't you Influence?
The statutory requirements local authorities derive their powers and duties from, and whether the proposed changes are approved.