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Private Hire Vehicle Licence

Applications for licences/permits for - private hire vehicles, drivers and operators.
 
 
Contact Details
 
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Phone:
024 7637 6222
Fax:
024 7637 6435
Email:
Service Unit: 
Democratic Support Services
 
 
Private hire vehicles (mini cabs) have to be licensed. Private hire vehicles are vehicles that cannot be hailed from the street, and journeys must be pre-booked. Vehicles must be tested and inspected before a licence can be issued to ensure that they are mechanically fit, safe and comfortable.
 

How to Apply

  • An application form must be submitted along with the fee.
  • The current fee is £200 for a 1-year licence. 
  • This is an annually renewable application.
 

Conditions

  • Applications are only processed if the correct fee and documentation has been submitted.
  • Supporting documentary evidence must be provided at the time of your application. 
  • You must submit your vehicle registration document, MOT test certificate and your certificate of vehicle insurance.
 
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Saturday 22 November 2008