Definitions
"Authorised Officer" has the same meaning as in Section 80 of the Local Government (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1976.
"The Council" means the Council of the Borough of Chorley.
"The Operator" means a person holding a licence to operate private hire vehicles issued pursuant to Section 55 of the Local Government (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1976.
"Private Hire Vehicle" has the same meaning as in Section 80 of the Local Government (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1976.
"Hackney Carriage" has the same meaning as in the Town Police Clauses Act 1847 and is the same meaning as "Taxi".
"Employ" means to use the services of, whether under a contract of service or a contract for services or otherwise, and employee, employer and employed shall be construed accordingly.
"Operate" means in the course of business to make provision for the invitation or acceptance of bookings for a Private Hire Vehicle.