HC Deb 11 May 1987 vol 116 c100W
Mr. Beith

asked the Secretary of State for Transport what guidance he has issued to local authorities as to the criteria for the assessment of unmet needs in issuing hackney carriage licences; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. David Mitchell

Guidance on this subject was given in paragraphs 26 to 28 of the Department of Transport's circular 3/85.