A review into the function of the traffic commissioners (TCs) has recommended they are replaced with one independent tribunal body headed up by a statutory president role, writes Chris Tindall.
The department for transport’s (DfT) report into the work of the TCs also proposed overhauling the current fee structure in order that the operating deficit is removed and enabling it to be fully funded through the fees it charges.
And it also recommended addressing the traffic commissioner name and whether it should be changed to better reflect their role.
The 12 recommendations, which would have a significant impact on the way the TCs currently operate, followed a public consultation into the health and effectiveness of their function.
