Private hire driver banned and licence revoked after false nomination probe linked to speeding offence
- Perry Richardson
- 1 hour ago
- 2 min read
A private hire driver licensed by Liverpool City Council has had their licence revoked after being convicted following a joint investigation into a suspected false nomination connected to a speeding offence.
Liverpool City Council Licensing confirmed that enforcement officers worked alongside Merseyside Police after concerns were raised that incorrect driver details may have been provided in relation to a speeding allegation.
According to the authority, the investigation centred on a private hire driver who was initially suspected of making a false nomination.
The council said booking records were examined during the investigation to establish who was driving the vehicle at the time of the offence. The case ultimately led to a conviction for failing to provide driver details in relation to the suspected false nomination.
Liverpool enforcement officers and Merseyside Police used booking records as part of investigation that resulted in a conviction and driving ban.
As a result of the court proceedings, the driver received six penalty points and was disqualified from driving until successfully completing an extended driving test. Liverpool City Council also confirmed that the individual’s private hire driver’s licence has now been revoked.
In a statement published by Liverpool City Council Licensing, the authority said: “A joint investigation between Mersey Police and LCC Enforcement led to conviction of a PHV driver initially suspected of making a false nomination in relation to a speeding offence.”
The authority added that “booking records were checked as part of the joint investigation”, highlighting the importance of operator records in establishing the circumstances surrounding licensing and traffic-related investigations.
Access to booking data can provide investigators with a detailed picture of who was undertaking journeys at specific times, helping to verify or challenge information supplied during enquiries.
While motoring penalties are dealt with through the courts, licensing authorities retain powers to review whether drivers continue to meet the required standards to remain licensed, particularly where concerns arise around honesty, integrity or public safety.
Liverpool City Council said enforcement teams will continue working with partner agencies to “keep our roads safe and maintain public trust”.
