For decades, the taxi trade relied on a simple assumption: "If the police don't charge me, I keep my badge." In 2026, that assumption is dead. The National Minimum Standards have fundamentally shifted the burden of proof. Today, you do not need to be a criminal to lose your livelihoo… Read More

 For decades, the standard British approach to dealing with the Home Office was one of polite deference. You filled out the forms, you paid your fees, and you waited patiently for a decision. Solicitors acted as administrators, checking boxes and ensuring the spelling was correct. But as we settle into the harsh reality of the 20… Read More

 For decades, the standard British approach to dealing with the Home Office was one of polite deference. You filled out the forms, you paid your fees, and you waited patiently for a decision. Solicitors acted as administrators, checking boxes and ensuring the spelling was correct. But as we settle into the harsh reality of the 20… Read More

 In the taxi and private hire industry, the Licensing Committee hearing is often described as a "kangaroo court." Drivers sit in a room facing councillors who have little legal training but immense power. They rely on reports from enforcement officers who act as judge, jury, and executioner. In 2026, the outcome of these hearings… Read More

 In the taxi and private hire industry, the Licensing Committee hearing is often described as a "kangaroo court." Drivers sit in a room facing councillors who have little legal training but immense power. They rely on reports from enforcement officers who act as judge, jury, and executioner. In 2026, the outcome of these hearings… Read More