Public Hire

Liverpool sends clear message to drivers who illegally park in taxi ranks

The problem was highlighted in Liverpool last month when licensing officers issued 37 tickets to drivers illegally parked in the city’s taxi ranks.

Shaun Williamson for iCabbi's Love Local Taxi and Private Hire campaign

Campaign drives support for local taxi companies across the UK

iCabbi has launched the Love Local Taxi & Private Hire campaign to remind passengers about the importance of supporting their local operators.

Two black cabs decorated with balloons for the Liverpool Taxi Outing 2025.

How taxi drivers continue to make a difference in the community

On Wednesday, Liverpool Taxi Drivers Children in Care Outing completed its 41st trip, with youngsters enjoying a fantastic day at Southport’s Adventure Coast theme park.

Manchester airport drop-off terminal three

Why airport drop-off fees drive cabbies mad

Taxi drivers and other motorists feel they are being taken advantage of with pick-up and drop-off charges at airports.

fuel pumps at a petrol station

How distant conflicts squeeze taxi drivers’ income

Whenever there are conflicts involving oil-producing countries, the most obvious results are seen at the petrol pumps, immediately squeezing the finances of taxi drivers and others who drive for a living.

e scooters parked on the pavement next to a busy road

Why taxi drivers are facing more trouble on two wheels

E-scooters are becoming more common on our roads – but even the legal ones are causing trouble for professionals such as taxi drivers.

Edinburgh skyline featuring landmarks, including Balmoral Hotel clock tower

Private-hire drivers join cabbies’ call for cap on PHVs in Edinburgh

More than 1,500 people have signed a petition to cap the number of private-hire vehicles in Edinburgh — including private-hire drivers.

New taxi business celebrates ‘fantastic’ first year

Tap A Taxi was launched in Carlisle in May, 2024, and has now has 18,000 members and 40 drivers.

Tired driver taking eyeglasses off

Coroner wants changes to law governing drivers’ eyesight

Being able to see clearly is one of the most important factors to driving safely, especially for professionals such as taxi drivers and HGV drivers.

A black London taxi is parked near a red-brick building with arched windows in London. A man wearing a dark vest and trousers leans into the open passenger window, engaging in conversation with the driver. The background features other black taxis, pedestrians, and modern buildings.

The skill taxi drivers have that could help save lives

Hampshire driver Kenton has undergone training with the Samaritans to help make a difference to passengers struggling with their mental health.

York Taxi rank. Street view from Dumcombe Place showing York Minster at the back and pedestrians walking by. The cathedral dates back from 1291.

Taxi marshals return to help keep city centre safe

One long-running scheme has been such a success that it is now in its 11th year.

Diesel nozzle from a gas station filling a truck tank.

Warning to drivers as fuel prices continue to fall

Drivers are bring warned not to take their eye off the ball when it comes to their fuel spend as prices can go back up as quickly as they have come down.