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Hackney carriage drivers

We are responsible for making sure that drivers, proprietors and operators of hackney carriages are fit and proper persons to hold such licences.

Do you meet the requirements?

Drivers are issued with a badge which must be worn at all times when carrying out their duties. We only issue licences after the driver has been checked to make sure that he or she:Black London Cab

  • Has a valid driving licence
  • Is a fit and proper person
  • Understands the relevant laws
  • Has a good knowledge of the Peterborough
  • Has a good standard of driving

In support of a completed application form the applicant will have to provide us with the following:

  • A current full UK driving licence, held for more than one year (photo card licenses require the paper counter part to be produced)  
  • Evidence of any previous criminal conviction, spent or not spent, the disclosure being acquired by the Licensing Officer from the Criminal Records Bureau (CRB). This form is not available for download.  
  • Two references from persons who have known the applicant for at least three years and not being a close relative. The form for this is available from us..
  • Details of the applicant's proposed employer (unless the applicant is to be self employed).
  • A satisfactory medical form completed by the applicant's GP. The form for this is available from the Taxi Licensing team.
  • The appropriate fees.
  • Three passport size photograph

If you would like to become an operator or want more information, please contact our taxi licensing team for guidance or go to our application forms.