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 is increasi

  The umbrella term "motoring offence" covers a vast spectrum of situations. At one end, there is the momentary lapse of concentration that results in a speeding ticket. At the other, a serious incident on the road can lead to a court summons for a life-altering charge like dangerous driving. The legal complexity, potential penalties, and, mo

  In the hierarchy of motoring offences, driving without insurance (contrary to Section 143 of the Road Traffic Act 1988) occupies a unique and dangerous position. It is known in law as a "strict liability" offence. This means that your intent is irrelevant to the verdict. The court does not need to prove that you intended to d

  For decades, the taxi and private hire trade was viewed as a secure job. You got your badge, you drove your car, and as long as you didn't crash or speed excessively, you were left alone. But in the regulatory climate of 2026, the profession is under siege. Licensing Authorities—from Transport for London (TfL) to Wolverhampton, Manche

  For a non-British citizen, the moment a prison sentence in the United Kingdom comes to an end should be a time of release and a chance to rebuild. However, for many, it marks the beginning of a second, often more stressful punishment: the start of the uk deportation process. Instead of being released back to their families and communit