Traffic commissioner public inquiries
Being called to a public inquiry
You may have to attend a public inquiry if:
- someone has objected to your application for a licence or change to a licence
- you have not kept to the conditions of your licence, for example you’ve used more vehicles than permitted
- there are environmental concerns about a goods vehicle operating centre on your licence
- your conduct has come into question, for example you’ve been caught using a mobile phone while driving
You’ll get a letter with all the details.
Notice to attend
You’ll get a minimum of:
- 28 days’ notice if the inquiry is about a transport manager
- 21 days’ notice if the inquiry is about a new or existing goods operator licence
- 14 days’ notice if the inquiry is about a new or existing passenger operator’s licence
You cannot ask for the hearing to be changed to another date, unless you have a good reason that can be backed up. For example, if you’re going on holiday, you may need to send evidence to show it was pre-booked.