A Bill to make the completion of disability equality training a requirement for the licensing of taxi and private hire vehicle drivers in England and Wales; and for connected purposes.
House of Commons
2 December 2016
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This Bill would require taxi and private hire vehicle drivers to complete disability equality training as a condition for obtaining or renewing their licences in England and Wales. The training requirements would be set and enforced by local licensing authorities, with the aim of making taxi services more accessible and safe for passengers with disabilities.
The bill is at the 2nd reading stage in the House of Commons, with two readings listed in November 2016; it has not yet progressed to committee or further stages based on the provided information.
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The Bill was not moved for debate on 25 November 2016. The order to read the Bill a second time lapsed. There is no indication when the Bill will progress further.
The Bill had its first reading on 29 June 2016 through the Ballot procedure
If you require any further information about the Bill then please contact the sponsor Andrew Gwynne.
No recorded votes for this bill yet.
