BOOKING INFORMATION
1.1 ‘Conditions’ means the Terms and Conditions under which the Company provides .
1.2 ‘Company’ means Leoline Travel trading as Leoline Travel.
1.3 ‘Client’ means the organisation, individual or agent who contracts the services.
1.4 ‘Passenger’ means the person or persons being carried by the Company’s vehicle.
1.5 ‘Reservation’ means the specification of the requirement from the Client to the Company.
1.6 ‘Tariff’ means the agreed set price which is defined by the Company to its Client.
1.7 ‘Price’ means an agreed cost of hire for a vehicle to a non-regular Client (not subject to an Annual Agreement).
1.8 ‘Private Hire’ means a Client who may hire the Company’s vehicles on an ad hoc basis. 1.9 ‘Agency’ means a Client who contracts on an annual basis for the provision of an agreed tariff.
1.10 ‘Regulations’ means that the Company provides a service based upon either British Domestic Regulations or European Community Regulations.
1.11 ‘Tachograph’ means a system by which time, distance, speed and rest taken on each vehicle during the day’s journeys may be recorded.
1.12 ‘Contract’ means the agreement between the Company and the Client.
1.2 ‘Company’ means Leoline Travel trading as Leoline Travel.
1.3 ‘Client’ means the organisation, individual or agent who contracts the services.
1.4 ‘Passenger’ means the person or persons being carried by the Company’s vehicle.
1.5 ‘Reservation’ means the specification of the requirement from the Client to the Company.
1.6 ‘Tariff’ means the agreed set price which is defined by the Company to its Client.
1.7 ‘Price’ means an agreed cost of hire for a vehicle to a non-regular Client (not subject to an Annual Agreement).
1.8 ‘Private Hire’ means a Client who may hire the Company’s vehicles on an ad hoc basis. 1.9 ‘Agency’ means a Client who contracts on an annual basis for the provision of an agreed tariff.
1.10 ‘Regulations’ means that the Company provides a service based upon either British Domestic Regulations or European Community Regulations.
1.11 ‘Tachograph’ means a system by which time, distance, speed and rest taken on each vehicle during the day’s journeys may be recorded.
1.12 ‘Contract’ means the agreement between the Company and the Client.
2.1 All Clients or passengers are responsible for maintaining active adequate travel insurance cover for all passengers travelling on the Company’s vehicles.
2.2 The Client’s insurance cover must indemnify the Company against liabilities which are out of the control of the Company.
2.3 The Client’s insurance cover must indemnify the Company from any such direct or indirect service failure or negligence by the Client, their servants or agents.
2.4 The company accepts any personal property of the client and their passengers on the understanding that it will take all reasonable steps to avoid loss or damage.
2.5 The client should notify the company or the driver if items of exceptional value are to be carried on the vehicle. It is the client’s responsibility to minimise risk of loss when property is left unattended.
2.2 The Client’s insurance cover must indemnify the Company against liabilities which are out of the control of the Company.
2.3 The Client’s insurance cover must indemnify the Company from any such direct or indirect service failure or negligence by the Client, their servants or agents.
2.4 The company accepts any personal property of the client and their passengers on the understanding that it will take all reasonable steps to avoid loss or damage.
2.5 The client should notify the company or the driver if items of exceptional value are to be carried on the vehicle. It is the client’s responsibility to minimise risk of loss when property is left unattended.
3.1 These conditions apply whether a contract has been made verbally or in writing/ by Email. The client acts on behalf of all the passengers travelling on the vehicles. If the client is a company, group, partnership, an individual must be named as a responsible person. The client is responsible for the actions and decisions of all the passengers on board including any additional costs incurred in performing the contract, whether or not they actually travel with the party. The company will only accept instructions from the client. If the client is not going to travel with the party, a representative must be chosen and the company informed prior to the hire taking place.
3.2 The Client is wholly responsible for providing the detail of the services required in writing/ by Email to the Company at all times.
3.3 The Company receives the enquiry from the Client in writing/ by Email and responds to the Client in writing/ by Email with the price, or in the case of an agent with the detail of the reservation.
3.4 Quotations are to be given on the basis of the most direct route and on information provided by the client. The route used will be at the discretion of the company unless it has been particularly specified by the client in which case it will be clearly shown on the confirmation.
3.5 All quotations are given subject to the company having available a suitable vehicle at the time the client accepts the quotation.
3.6 Quotations are given for coach and driver only. Any additional charges will be separately identified and will be the client’s responsibility unless otherwise specified.
3.7 In the event of additional fuel surcharges being applied during the season/period of quotation, the Company reserves the right to pass on such additional charges to the Client over and above their tariff/quoted costs.
3.8 Normally, written confirmation by the Company is the only basis for the acceptance of a hiring or for a subsequent alteration to its terms.
3.09 Any last minute changes to the requirements by the Client must be in writing/ by Email and are subject to availability and at least 72 hours (3 days) prior to service.
3.10 The vehicle will depart at times agreed by the client and it is the responsibility of the client to account for all passengers at those times. The Company will not accept liability for any losses incurred by passengers who fail to follow instructions given by the client.
3.11 On private hire, no animals (other than guide dogs and hearing dogs notified to the company in advance) may be carried on any vehicle without prior written agreement form the Company.
3.12 No bill or poster is to be displayed on any vehicle without the written consent of the Company.
3.2 The Client is wholly responsible for providing the detail of the services required in writing/ by Email to the Company at all times.
3.3 The Company receives the enquiry from the Client in writing/ by Email and responds to the Client in writing/ by Email with the price, or in the case of an agent with the detail of the reservation.
3.4 Quotations are to be given on the basis of the most direct route and on information provided by the client. The route used will be at the discretion of the company unless it has been particularly specified by the client in which case it will be clearly shown on the confirmation.
3.5 All quotations are given subject to the company having available a suitable vehicle at the time the client accepts the quotation.
3.6 Quotations are given for coach and driver only. Any additional charges will be separately identified and will be the client’s responsibility unless otherwise specified.
3.7 In the event of additional fuel surcharges being applied during the season/period of quotation, the Company reserves the right to pass on such additional charges to the Client over and above their tariff/quoted costs.
3.8 Normally, written confirmation by the Company is the only basis for the acceptance of a hiring or for a subsequent alteration to its terms.
3.09 Any last minute changes to the requirements by the Client must be in writing/ by Email and are subject to availability and at least 72 hours (3 days) prior to service.
3.10 The vehicle will depart at times agreed by the client and it is the responsibility of the client to account for all passengers at those times. The Company will not accept liability for any losses incurred by passengers who fail to follow instructions given by the client.
3.11 On private hire, no animals (other than guide dogs and hearing dogs notified to the company in advance) may be carried on any vehicle without prior written agreement form the Company.
3.12 No bill or poster is to be displayed on any vehicle without the written consent of the Company.
4.1 Cancellation must always be made in writing on email and applies during office opening hours of Monday to Friday 0900-1700.
4.1.1 Cancellation 14 days prior to travel will incur no fee.
4.1.2. Cancellation 13 days or less prior to the date of travel will result in a 50% charge of total booking fee.
4.1.3. Cancellation within 48 hours or less prior to travel within office opening hours, will result in 100% of the total booking fee.
4.1.4 If contact is made outside of office hours, this will be dealt with the following working day and will be classed as per above timescales.
4.2 In addition, the cost of any accommodation, meals, tickets, parking or any non-returnable goods or services already paid for by Leoline Travel will be charged to the hirer.
4.3 Cancellation due to inclement weather conditions will be charged as above.
4.4 In the event of any emergency, riot, civil commotion, strike, lock out, stoppage or restraint of labour or on the happening of any event over which the company has no control (including adverse weather and road conditions) or in the event of the client taking any action to
vary agreed conditions unilaterally, the company may, by returning all money paid and without further or other liability cancel the contract.
4.5 Should an existing contract be cancelled, in writing or by email, by either party, this will result in any credit terms being revoked and all outstanding monies will become due with immediate effect.
5.1 Subject to any special terms, the Client must pay for the provision of, before the journey is undertaken.
5.2 Clients who maintain an annual agreement with the Company will be invoiced for the provision of on a daily, weekly or monthly basis.
5.3 Clients who are contracting on an ad hoc basis will need to make payment in accordance with the following terms:
5.3.1 Payment in full by the date given on the invoice, which is sent via email / by post.
5.3.2 The Company reserves the right to levy additional charges for additional mileage or time than that agreed. The charges will be pro rata and in accordance will be advised on the booking form.
5.4 In the event of a Termination of Contract by the Client, the Company has without prejudice to any right or remedy entitled to cancel the reservations and any further reservations without further notice.
5.2 Clients who maintain an annual agreement with the Company will be invoiced for the provision of on a daily, weekly or monthly basis.
5.3 Clients who are contracting on an ad hoc basis will need to make payment in accordance with the following terms:
5.3.1 Payment in full by the date given on the invoice, which is sent via email / by post.
5.3.2 The Company reserves the right to levy additional charges for additional mileage or time than that agreed. The charges will be pro rata and in accordance will be advised on the booking form.
5.4 In the event of a Termination of Contract by the Client, the Company has without prejudice to any right or remedy entitled to cancel the reservations and any further reservations without further notice.
6.1 The Company maintains the right to define the route taken by any vehicle, unless specifically agreed prior to the start of the journey.
6.2 The Company’s drivers maintain the final decision upon the route taken by the vehicle, with full consideration for the safety and well being of his/her passengers.
6.3 The Company takes every precaution to meet pick-up and set-down deadlines but is indemnified by the Agent or Client in the event of delays which are out of the Company’s control.
6.4 The client cannot assume use of the vehicle between outward and return journeys, nor to remain at the destination for the client’s use unless this has been agreed with the Company in advance.
6.5 Clients’ representatives, guides, tour leader or escorts undertake the responsibility at their own risk and must indemnify the Company against service failure.
6.5.1 Representatives must be qualified and competent to represent the Agent or Clients.
6.5.2 Representatives must be insured by the Clients and indemnity the Company thereof.
6.5.3 Representatives’ jurisdiction cannot in any way impinge upon the safety of the vehicle.
6.5.4 Representatives on a part-time basis must meet all the normal requirements for full-time representatives.
6.5.5 Representatives using Company equipment on the vehicles are obliged to return the equipment without damage and in full working order.
6.5.6 Representatives meeting vehicles are wholly responsible for liaison according to the contract terms.
6.5.7 Representatives must accept as final, such decisions by the driver, which are in accordance with the Road Traffic Act and Passengers Safety and reflect the best possible route.
6.6 The Drivers retain final discretion over the pick-up and set-down location in compliance with Road Traffic Regulations and local restrictions at the time of the journey.
6.7 The Contract and Reservations detail regarding arrival and departure times are defined on the Driver’s Work Ticket.
6.8 Drivers are responsible for the vehicle movement under the direction of the Operations Manager who monitors the position of general traffic situation.
6.9 Drivers provided by the Company are qualified and competent. They will endeavour to arrive punctually, subject to road traffic conditions, dressed in Company uniform and will offer assistance where possible to passengers and representatives.
6.10 Drivers are responsible for the storage of luggage in defined compartments. Luggage may not be stored within the vehicle seating area/gangways/emergency exits. The decision of where luggage is stored is the driver’s alone.
6.11 All vehicles hired by the company are subject to restrictions on carrying luggage for statutory safety reasons. The client accepts that the driver shall be the sole judge as to whether and to what extent passengers’ property is carried. Large, bulky items may not be able to be carried, and the client should take all steps to notify the company in advance of such requirements.
6.12 The Client indemnifies the Company against loss or damage to luggage or any such personal possession owned by the passengers.
6.13 The driver is not responsible for any porterage but has sole responsibility and discretion over the storage of passengers’ luggage.
6.14 Any possessions left on board during or after the journey will be retained by the driver and handed in to the Operations Manager on return to the Company’s depot.
6.15 The Client indemnifies the Company against any such claim which may arise from loss or damage. 6.16 The driver is responsible for the safety of the vehicle at all times, and as such may remove any passenger whose behaviour prejudices safety. The client is responsible for any damage caused to the vehicle by any passenger for the duration of the hire.
6.17 The driver must maintain a record of his hours on a tachograph and must be able to demonstrate that he/she meets the regulations under the Company’s operational procedures.
6.18 The hours of operation for the driver are regulated by law and the client accepts the responsibility of ensuring the hire keeps to the hours and times agreed by the company. Neither the client or any passenger shall delay or otherwise interrupt the journey in such a way that the driver is at risk of breaching regulations relating to driving hours and duty time. If any breach is likely to occur the client will be responsible for any additional costs incurred unless it is outside the control of the client.
6.19 The Company reserves the right to allocate a vehicle suitable for the requirement from the Client.
6.20 The Client at the point of reservation may specify the size of the vehicle but the Company maintains the right to provide a vehicle which meets the requirements without prejudice to the reservations.
6.21 The Company reserves the right to provide a larger vehicle than that specified at no additional charge unless any extra seats are used in which case an additional pro rata charge will be made to the hire charge.
6.22 Clients specifications for mini-coaches or coaches will be accommodated strictly on a first come first served basis with availability being confirmed at the time of reservation.
6.23 The Company reserves the right to provide an alternative vehicle from a sub-contractor, who meets wherever possible all the Company’s quality criteria, without prior notice to the Client.
6.24 The Company gives its advice on journey time in good faith. However, as a result of breakdown or traffic congestion, or other events beyond the reasonable control of the Company, journeys may take longer than predicted and in those circumstances the company will not be liable for any loss or inconvenience suffered by the client as a result.
6.25 The Company reserves the right to park the vehicle in areas and only areas as defined by the Road Traffic Regulations or by local authorities which govern the parking of coaches.
6.26 Any ‘on board services’ provided by the Company are without prejudice and liability. The Company is indemnified by the Client against any claim or injury, directly or indirectly related to the provision of ‘on board services’; toilet facilities, hot & cold drinks and food, audio and visual facilities.
6.27 Any such notice in the coach for the benefit or well-being of the passengers is deemed to be understood and, unless requested, will be complied to without further representation by the Company or Driver.
6.28 The Client and/or Passengers are at liberty to give the driver a gratuity for his services. Any such contractual arrangements between the Client and the Company regarding gratuity will be reflected in the invoice.
6.2 The Company’s drivers maintain the final decision upon the route taken by the vehicle, with full consideration for the safety and well being of his/her passengers.
6.3 The Company takes every precaution to meet pick-up and set-down deadlines but is indemnified by the Agent or Client in the event of delays which are out of the Company’s control.
6.4 The client cannot assume use of the vehicle between outward and return journeys, nor to remain at the destination for the client’s use unless this has been agreed with the Company in advance.
6.5 Clients’ representatives, guides, tour leader or escorts undertake the responsibility at their own risk and must indemnify the Company against service failure.
6.5.1 Representatives must be qualified and competent to represent the Agent or Clients.
6.5.2 Representatives must be insured by the Clients and indemnity the Company thereof.
6.5.3 Representatives’ jurisdiction cannot in any way impinge upon the safety of the vehicle.
6.5.4 Representatives on a part-time basis must meet all the normal requirements for full-time representatives.
6.5.5 Representatives using Company equipment on the vehicles are obliged to return the equipment without damage and in full working order.
6.5.6 Representatives meeting vehicles are wholly responsible for liaison according to the contract terms.
6.5.7 Representatives must accept as final, such decisions by the driver, which are in accordance with the Road Traffic Act and Passengers Safety and reflect the best possible route.
6.6 The Drivers retain final discretion over the pick-up and set-down location in compliance with Road Traffic Regulations and local restrictions at the time of the journey.
6.7 The Contract and Reservations detail regarding arrival and departure times are defined on the Driver’s Work Ticket.
6.8 Drivers are responsible for the vehicle movement under the direction of the Operations Manager who monitors the position of general traffic situation.
6.9 Drivers provided by the Company are qualified and competent. They will endeavour to arrive punctually, subject to road traffic conditions, dressed in Company uniform and will offer assistance where possible to passengers and representatives.
6.10 Drivers are responsible for the storage of luggage in defined compartments. Luggage may not be stored within the vehicle seating area/gangways/emergency exits. The decision of where luggage is stored is the driver’s alone.
6.11 All vehicles hired by the company are subject to restrictions on carrying luggage for statutory safety reasons. The client accepts that the driver shall be the sole judge as to whether and to what extent passengers’ property is carried. Large, bulky items may not be able to be carried, and the client should take all steps to notify the company in advance of such requirements.
6.12 The Client indemnifies the Company against loss or damage to luggage or any such personal possession owned by the passengers.
6.13 The driver is not responsible for any porterage but has sole responsibility and discretion over the storage of passengers’ luggage.
6.14 Any possessions left on board during or after the journey will be retained by the driver and handed in to the Operations Manager on return to the Company’s depot.
6.15 The Client indemnifies the Company against any such claim which may arise from loss or damage. 6.16 The driver is responsible for the safety of the vehicle at all times, and as such may remove any passenger whose behaviour prejudices safety. The client is responsible for any damage caused to the vehicle by any passenger for the duration of the hire.
6.17 The driver must maintain a record of his hours on a tachograph and must be able to demonstrate that he/she meets the regulations under the Company’s operational procedures.
6.18 The hours of operation for the driver are regulated by law and the client accepts the responsibility of ensuring the hire keeps to the hours and times agreed by the company. Neither the client or any passenger shall delay or otherwise interrupt the journey in such a way that the driver is at risk of breaching regulations relating to driving hours and duty time. If any breach is likely to occur the client will be responsible for any additional costs incurred unless it is outside the control of the client.
6.19 The Company reserves the right to allocate a vehicle suitable for the requirement from the Client.
6.20 The Client at the point of reservation may specify the size of the vehicle but the Company maintains the right to provide a vehicle which meets the requirements without prejudice to the reservations.
6.21 The Company reserves the right to provide a larger vehicle than that specified at no additional charge unless any extra seats are used in which case an additional pro rata charge will be made to the hire charge.
6.22 Clients specifications for mini-coaches or coaches will be accommodated strictly on a first come first served basis with availability being confirmed at the time of reservation.
6.23 The Company reserves the right to provide an alternative vehicle from a sub-contractor, who meets wherever possible all the Company’s quality criteria, without prior notice to the Client.
6.24 The Company gives its advice on journey time in good faith. However, as a result of breakdown or traffic congestion, or other events beyond the reasonable control of the Company, journeys may take longer than predicted and in those circumstances the company will not be liable for any loss or inconvenience suffered by the client as a result.
6.25 The Company reserves the right to park the vehicle in areas and only areas as defined by the Road Traffic Regulations or by local authorities which govern the parking of coaches.
6.26 Any ‘on board services’ provided by the Company are without prejudice and liability. The Company is indemnified by the Client against any claim or injury, directly or indirectly related to the provision of ‘on board services’; toilet facilities, hot & cold drinks and food, audio and visual facilities.
6.27 Any such notice in the coach for the benefit or well-being of the passengers is deemed to be understood and, unless requested, will be complied to without further representation by the Company or Driver.
6.28 The Client and/or Passengers are at liberty to give the driver a gratuity for his services. Any such contractual arrangements between the Client and the Company regarding gratuity will be reflected in the invoice.
7.1 All safety measures are taken in accordance with the Road Traffic Act and Industry Regulations.
7.2 Emergency procedures are outlined by notice on each vehicle – passengers should be encouraged by the client to familiarise themselves with emergency exists and procedures.
7.3 Clients who contract with the Company under Agency terms may, on request, attend a pre-season and familiarisation induction.
7.4 In the event of an incident or accident the driver, if able, will vacate the vehicle and ensure the passengers safety and immediately inform the Operations Manager who will initiate a vehicle replacement if required or instruct the driver on the next course of action.
7.5 The Client Representative will, at all times, assist the driver in maintaining the passengers’ safety.
7.6 In the event of a vehicle breakdown, the Company maintains the obligation to replace the vehicle with a vehicle of a comparable specification.
7.7 Any specialist needs for passengers who may have a disability must be defined at the time of reservation. All liabilities relating to the assistance and well-being of disabled passengers will remain with the Client or the Client’s representative. In the absence of a specific disclaimer, the acceptance of the Terms indemnifies the Company from any such claims.
7.2 Emergency procedures are outlined by notice on each vehicle – passengers should be encouraged by the client to familiarise themselves with emergency exists and procedures.
7.3 Clients who contract with the Company under Agency terms may, on request, attend a pre-season and familiarisation induction.
7.4 In the event of an incident or accident the driver, if able, will vacate the vehicle and ensure the passengers safety and immediately inform the Operations Manager who will initiate a vehicle replacement if required or instruct the driver on the next course of action.
7.5 The Client Representative will, at all times, assist the driver in maintaining the passengers’ safety.
7.6 In the event of a vehicle breakdown, the Company maintains the obligation to replace the vehicle with a vehicle of a comparable specification.
7.7 Any specialist needs for passengers who may have a disability must be defined at the time of reservation. All liabilities relating to the assistance and well-being of disabled passengers will remain with the Client or the Client’s representative. In the absence of a specific disclaimer, the acceptance of the Terms indemnifies the Company from any such claims.
8.1 Under the terms of the Sporting Events (Control of Alcohol) Act 1985 the Company does not allow the consumption of alcohol whilst being carried by a Public Services Vehicle to football matches.
8.2 The Driver maintains the discretion by which any alcohol may be carried or consumed on the Company’s vehicles.
8.3 In the interest of passenger safety and comfort, it is Company Policy to discourage consumption of food on the vehicles.
8.4 Other than on a vehicle fitted expressly for that purpose, food (except confectionery) and drink (including alcoholic beverages) may not be consumed on the vehicle without prior written consent from the Company.
8.5 The carriage and/or use of drugs in or on a company vehicle are not permitted at any time.
8.2 The Driver maintains the discretion by which any alcohol may be carried or consumed on the Company’s vehicles.
8.3 In the interest of passenger safety and comfort, it is Company Policy to discourage consumption of food on the vehicles.
8.4 Other than on a vehicle fitted expressly for that purpose, food (except confectionery) and drink (including alcoholic beverages) may not be consumed on the vehicle without prior written consent from the Company.
8.5 The carriage and/or use of drugs in or on a company vehicle are not permitted at any time.
9.1 The Company takes every measure to ensure high levels of Quality Control.
9.2 From time to time the Company may undertake Quality Control inspections upon vehicles without notice to the Client.
9.3 Such Quality Control measures deemed necessary may be implemented without notice to the Client, so long as the services being provided are not affected.
9.4 In the event of a complaint about the company’s services, the client should endeavour to seek a solution at the time by seeking assistance from the driver or from the company. If this has not provided a remedy, complaints should be submitted in writing/ by Email and within 14 days of the termination date of the hire.
9.2 From time to time the Company may undertake Quality Control inspections upon vehicles without notice to the Client.
9.3 Such Quality Control measures deemed necessary may be implemented without notice to the Client, so long as the services being provided are not affected.
9.4 In the event of a complaint about the company’s services, the client should endeavour to seek a solution at the time by seeking assistance from the driver or from the company. If this has not provided a remedy, complaints should be submitted in writing/ by Email and within 14 days of the termination date of the hire.
10.1 Notwithstanding the provision of the Contract or any remedy which might otherwise be available, the Company’s sole liability to the Client shall be found to be achieved unless specific representation is made in writing/ by Email and proven to be substantiated through arbitration.
10.2 Provision of coach by the Company to the Client is made under, and in accordance with, the law governing England and Wales. The acceptance of the Contract by the Client will deem an acceptance of the law governing the provision of such (to include Company Law and Road Traffic Law).
10.3 The Company accepts no liability for any incident, accidental, damage or injury, including death, as a result of an Act of God/Force Majeure.
10.2 Provision of coach by the Company to the Client is made under, and in accordance with, the law governing England and Wales. The acceptance of the Contract by the Client will deem an acceptance of the law governing the provision of such (to include Company Law and Road Traffic Law).
10.3 The Company accepts no liability for any incident, accidental, damage or injury, including death, as a result of an Act of God/Force Majeure.
11.1 Any notice of change, whatsoever, to be given by either party to the other under the existing conditions shall be in writing/ by Email and acknowledgement must be sent in writing/by Email.
11.2 Any such dispute between the Client and the Company, if the need arises, will be heard within the jurisdiction of the English Cour
11.2 Any such dispute between the Client and the Company, if the need arises, will be heard within the jurisdiction of the English Cour