Stage Two Draft Legislation Tabled

Minister Bailey Introduces Draft Legislation to Industry

Today was the day we were all waiting for.  Stage 2 of the reform was tabled by Minsiter Mark Bailey. The LAGQ was invited to join the Personalised Transport Industry Reference Group at 1 William St, where the Minister and members of DTMR ran through the legislation with us. 

You can read the Department's overview document here.

 Summary:

• Limousine Licences will be retained.
• The requirement for L Plates is retained.
• A business may only use the word Limousine in their business name and advertising if they operate vehicles with Limousine Service Licences.
• No New Limousine Licences will be issued.
• Service Areas will no longer apply to Limousine Licences. 
• Operator Accreditation will no longer be required.
• Annual renewal will be $171.40 per annum.
• Limousines retain the rights to priority lanes or areas and bus and transit lanes.
• Existing exemptions remain that allow alcohol to be served in a Limousine.
• There will be a new class 4 CTP for Limousines and ride booking.

 
Cameras are required in vehicles according to three risk criteria:

• Cash transactions taking place.
• Driver and passenger anonymity.
• Point of payment is during the journey.

If these things do not take place then there is no requirement for a camera.