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How to apply for taxi and private hire vehicle (PHV) licences inside and outside London.
If your vehicle is being used as a taxi or private hire vehicle (PHV) you…
You must get a licence for each vehicle. The vehicle must have no more…
Apply to the licensing authority where you plan to work. If it’s outside…
How to apply for a taxi or private hire vehicle (PHV) driving licences inside and outside London
Private hire vehicle operator licence; taxi, private hire, minicab, licence, vehicle.
Taxi and private hire vehicle licensing information and guidance for local authorities.
Have your say on our proposals to simplify the taxi licensing system and improve enforcement to increase safety and reduce unfair competition.
Government response to report on a safer system of taxi and private hire vehicle licensing.
Best practice guidance to help local licensing authorities to carry out their taxi and private hire vehicle licensing functions.
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