Hackney Carriage and Private Hire Drivers Policy

The public are entitled to have the utmost confidence in drivers of taxis and private hire vehicles and the Borough Council must ensure that only fit and proper persons obtain a drivers licence.

The Borough Council has adopted a policy on convictions in relation to taxi and private hire vehicle drivers.  It is recommended that persons with convictions read the policy before applying for a licence. (see Appendix II ) They may also wish to speak to the Licensing Team for advice.

The occupation of taxi and private hire licensing is excluded from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.  Therefore, all convictions, regardless of how long ago may be taken in consideration when determining applications.

Combined Driver Licence renewals will be accepted up to one calendar month before they are due to expire.