§ Mr. Bob RussellTo ask the Secretary of State for the Environment, Transport and the Regions what plans he has following the case in the Queen's Bench Division between L. Benson and Copeland Borough Council to seek to restore the previous position whereby the spouse of a licence holder could use a private hire vehicle for any purpose other than for hire. [65872]
§ Ms Glenda JacksonThe Government consulted on options for broadening eligibility to drive licensed private hire vehicles; we are still considering the representations made and the legal issues involved. I hope to make an announcement shortly.