Summary
This report sets out the division of Licensing functions between the Committee and the Cabinet, following a review of Hackney Carriages and Private Hire Vehicle Licensing.
The report was initially due to be considered by the Licensing and Safety Committee.
Access to Information
The report together with any other documents being considered (unless they contain exempt information) will be available for inspection 5 clear days before the decision is taken by the Cabinet. Copies are available on the Council's website or requested from Democratic Services Medway Council, Gun Wharf, Dock Road, Chatham, Kent, ME4 4TR or email democratic.services@medway.gov.uk. If you wish to submit information to the Cabinet about the item please also contact Democratic Services.
Decision type: Key
Decision status: For Determination
Wards affected: (All Wards);
Notice of proposed decision first published: 09/06/2025
Decision due: 8 Jul 2025 by Cabinet
Lead member: Councillor Alex Paterson, Portfolio Holder for Community Safety, Highways and Enforcement alex.paterson@medway.gov.uk
Lead director: Bhupinder Gill
Contact: Mark Lees, Regulatory Services Manager, Gravesham Borough Council, Gravesham and Medway Shared Licensing Service Email: mark.lees@gravesham.gov.uk.
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