Liverpool taxi and PHV licensing officers and Merseyside Police issue 13 defect notices during a Liverpool Airport operation
Updated: 2 days ago
Liverpool City Council Licensing Officers, working alongside Merseyside Police, have issued 13 defect notices to licensed vehicles during a series of roadside inspections near Liverpool Airport.
The inspections, aimed at ensuring licensed vehicles meet safety and compliance standards, also resulted in the suspension of one vehicle licence due to an illegal tyre.
Liverpool City Council’s Licensing team has been working closely with Merseyside Police to conduct regular checks on vehicles operating within the city. These inspections target taxis and private hire vehicles to ensure they adhere to safety standards, including vehicle condition, proper documentation, and legal requirements.
A spokesperson from Liverpool City Council’s Licensing department confirmed that the checks near Liverpool Airport were part of ongoing operations to maintain high standards for passenger safety. The discovery of multiple defects and an illegal tyre highlights the importance of regular enforcement measures.
A Liverpool City Council Licensing spokesperson said: “Liverpool Licensing Officers working with colleagues from Merseyside Police recently conducted roadside inspections of licensed vehicles near Liverpool Airport.
“13 defect notices were issued, as well as one vehicle licence being suspended for an illegal tyre.”
