Hackney Carriage and Private Hire Licensing

Hackney Carriages & Private Hire Vehicles

There are two different types of vehicle that are licensed by Wyre Forest District Council. They are Hackney Carriage and Private Hire Vehicles.

A Hackney Carriage

*     Can park on an authorised taxi rank

*     Will display a yellow plate on the rear bumper

*     Can ply for hire or be hailed by prospective passengers in the controlling district

*     Must be driven by a licensed Hackney Carriage driver at all times whether or not the vehicle is working

Please see our Hackney Carriage Vehicle conditions below under guidance notes.

A Private HIre Vehicle

*     Must be pre-booked with a licensed private hire operator

*     Will display a red plate on the rear bumper

*     Cannot stand on a rank and cannot ply for hire

*     Must not operate independently from a private hire operator

*     Must be driven by a licensed private hire driver

Please see our Private Hire Vehicle conditions below under guidance notes.

For more information call 01562 732928 or pick up an application form from the Worcestershire Hub, Vicar Street, Kidderminster, Worcestershire.  

Guidance Notes

Hackney Carriage Vehicle Licences - Conditions of Licence (36K)
Private Hire Vehicle Licences - Conditions of Licence (40K)
Hackney Carriage and Private Hire Trade - Customer Care Policy (52K)
Private Hire Operator Licence - Conditions of Licence (18K)
Driving Licence Conditions (22K)
Hackney Carriage Byelaws (83K)
Complaints and Dispute Procedure (74K)

Application for a Hackney Carriage /Private Hire Drivers Licence
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