Public Hire

What are the rules around taxi drivers wearing seatbelts?

This guide breaks down some of the most useful apps for taxi and private hire drivers in the UK.

Professional drivers are responsible for ensuring their vehicle is safe and roadworthy at all times.

By avoiding what the emergency services call the “fatal five” causes of death on our roads, professional drivers can reduce the risk of being involved in a crash in the first place.

A national database of taxi and private-hire details could help take rogue drivers off the road and benefit everyone in the long run. 

This guide will take you through what you need to know to get on the road and start earning with confidence.

People who flout the rules face a £50 fixed-penalty notice which increases to a maximum fine of £200 if the case goes to court​​​​.

London’s black cab drivers do far more than get people from A to B and have traditionally been held up as an example to the taxi trade worldwide.

This guide breaks down the basics of taxi insurance, including the types of cover available, what affects your premiums, and how to get a quote.

Drivers are being reminded about the importance of vehicle safety and maintenance after recent checks.

While the distinction between taxis and private-hire vehicles is obvious to those involved in the trade, many passengers are unaware of the distinction.

Having taxi insurance is a legal requirement for anyone who operates as a taxi driver or private-hire driver.