Licensed Hackney Carriages and Private Hire Vehicles (Closed Circuit Television) Bill

A Bill to require the installation of closed circuit television in licensed Hackney carriages and private hire vehicles; to establish a minimum standard for such installations; and for connected purposes.

Originating House

House of Commons

Sponsor

Richard FullerConservative

Last Updated

15 May 2014

In Plain English

AI-generated

The Bill would require CCTV to be installed in licensed hackney carriages (taxis) and private hire vehicles, with a minimum standard for how the cameras are installed. It also provides for related purposes connected to the CCTV use. This aims to improve safety and accountability in taxi services.

Key Points

Mandatory CCTV installation in licensed hackney carriages and private hire vehicles.
Establishes a minimum standard for CCTV installations.
Includes provisions for related/connected purposes of CCTV use (eg safety and enforcement).

Who is affected?

Drivers of licensed hackney carriagesDrivers of licensed private hire vehiclesOperators/owners of taxi and private hire fleetsLocal authority taxi licensing teamsPassengers using these servicesCCTV equipment installers and suppliers

Generated 21 February 2026

Updates & Documents

News (1)

News - Licensed Hackney Carriages and Private Hire Vehicles (Closed Circuit Television)

1 Jan 1970

The Bill failed to complete its passage through Parliament before the end of the session. This means the Bill will make no further progress.

Parliamentary Votes (0)

No recorded votes for this bill yet.

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