Badge And Bill Checks : CO's Authority, Finally Made Clear By TfLTPH.... By Jim Thomas

Taxi Leaks Late Extra News Exclusive 

That should now clear this issue up, straight from the horses mouth (so to speak) 

If a CO wants to check your Badge/ Bill/Insurance, they must first show their ID (not badge). It is a card that authorises them to carry out the document examination. 

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