Ex-officer has the knowledge for cabbies

Aug 8 2009 by Chris Knox, The Journal

“Taxi Licence Protect is a very affordable way for people in the trade to access specialist licensing advice, in what is often a complex area of law.

“I have over 20 years’ experience in private legal practice, local government and training and know that the complexities of the legislation can be of concern.

“With this product I intend to give members peace of mind and help them understand the rules and regulations that govern the industry.”

He is currently advising a driver whose licence is at risk because his car has tinted windows though he was granted a licence six months ago. This is one of many issues Mr Wilson said was driving many taxi companies to despair, with others including restrictions on the number of seats allowed in the back of a vehicle and what colour it is allowed to be to operate in a particular area.

He said: “It’s absolutely ridiculous how much cabbies have to put up with and I 100% believe that there is a need for a service like this as so many drivers are getting themselves into difficulties.”