Chris Woodroofe, has defended the facility's parking charges, which contributed significantly to the Manchester Airports Group making £453 million from parking - about a third of its total income.

Allun Wright, who previously received a one-year licence and a warning in April last year, found himself back before the committee after DVLA checks revealed speeding offences in May and November.

Craig Lucas pleaded guilty to assault to severe injury during a hearing at Ayr Sheriff Court.

Despite the suspensions, the regulatory sub-committee chose against revoking any of the four licences entirely.

The veteran cabbie, in his late 70s had worked in the trade since 1981, pleaded with city councillors for leniency, explaining that losing his permit would harm his mental health.

The operation across the City Ward targeted community issues and road safety.

The vehicle was pulled over while travelling southbound near Penrith after officers noticed it speeding in the outside lane.

The incident unfolded after the cabbie collected Gregor Thomson and a friend at 10.30pm on May 5, with the passengers asking to be driven to a pharmacy while demanding the driver “make it quick”.