Simon Lightwood

Simon Lightwood

Labour (Co-op) — Wakefield and Rothwell

Speaking in the House of Commons on 29 October 2026

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I fully recognise my hon. Friend’s concerns. Taxis and private hire vehicles are regulated through an outdated and fragmented framework, and this Government intend to bring forward a draft Bill to address that. My officials are also working hard to commence the powers from the English Devolution and Community Empowerment Act 2026 that will let enforcement officers suspend any licence used in their area if there are immediate safety concerns.

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