Fees
To find out how much it will cost to apply for a licence please see our Taxi Licensing Fees 2019.
New Applicant Information Pack
If you are interested in obtaining a licence with the Council, you can find further information in our Taxi Information Pack If you require an accessible version please This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. us.
Book a Knowledge Test
If you would like to book a Knowledge Test please complete the Driver Knowledge Test Booking Form.
Apply Online
To apply for a driver, vehicle or operator licence please use our online application forms. Please note, applications can only be made online and must be accompanied by the relevant fee and accompanying documentation.
Renewals
The Licensing Team will endeavour to send you a renewal reminder by email before your licence is due to expire. If you think you have not received your renewal reminder please contact the Licensing Team as soon as possible.
To apply to renew your driver, vehicle or operator licence please use our online application forms. Please note, applications can only be made online and must be accompanied by the relevant fee and accompanying documentation.
National Register of Refusals and Revocations
In line with the Taxis and Private Hire Vehicles (Safeguarding and Road Safety) Act 2022 the Council is required to make checks and record information on the National Anti-Fraud Network Database. This database contains details of any Driver where a licence has been refused or revoked by this or any other local authority.
If you are applying for a Driver’s licence your details will be checked against this database and the results will be used when determining your application. If you have a Driver’s licence refused or revoked by this authority your details will be placed on the database and the information will be shared with any other licensing authority who you hold a Driver’s licence with.
Tax Conditionality Checks
In some circumstances we are required to carry out a Tax Conditionality Check prior to your driver or operator application being considered. To find out if you will be required to complete a Tax Conditionality Check and for details about how to complete a check visit our dedicated Tax Conditionality Checks page.
