Hackney Carriages and private hire licences

We issue licences for hackney carriage, private hire vehicles and private hire operators. We also issue badges for licensed driver's. The purpose of this licensing is to make sure the travelling public are safe. We ensure all vehicles are reliable, comfortable and safe, that operators are efficient and drivers are fit and proper.

Please read the relevant guidance and policies to ensure you and your vehicle meet the application requirements prior to making a financial commitment.

• approved vehicle list for hackney carriages (PDF, 79KB)
• apply for a hackney carriage licence or renew your existing licence
• apply to become a licensed driver or renew your existing licence
• apply for a private hire operator's licence or renew your existing licence
• apply to licence a private hire vehicle or renew your existing licence
• notify us of a change in circumstances
• make a complaint about a driver, vehicle or operator