Latest Taxi & Private Hire Legislation News

National
Devolution White Paper Proposes Bold Changes to Taxi Licensing

The lack of a unified system has led to widespread concerns, particularly regarding "out-of-area" working. Local authorities, operators, and passengers alike have highlighted the need for a more cohesive approach to eliminate these discrepancies.

National
New Tax Reporting Rules for UK Taxi Operators: What You Need to Know

HMRC’s new tax reporting rules impact UK taxi operators and drivers, introducing annual income reporting for platform-based services like Uber and Bolt.

North Yorkshire
North Yorkshire Taxi Drivers Concerned Over New Licensing Rules

New licensing rules in North Yorkshire are causing concern among taxi drivers, who fear they will be pushed out of business by increased costs and regulations.

Sheffield
Sheffield Taxi Licence Fees Rise After 8 Years to Address Deficit

Fee hikes for taxi licences in Sheffield, effective February 2025, aim to cover rising service costs and address a £170,000 deficit.

Newcastle
Newcastle Taxis: New Rules for Safety and Identification

Newcastle’s taxi regulations require black cabs to meet new safety standards and be easily identifiable by November 2024.

Blackpool
MP Calls for Taxi Law Review Amid Blackpool Driver Concerns

Blackpool MP Chris Webb calls for a taxi law review to address safety concerns and protect local drivers from deregulation issues.

Northamptonshire
Northampton Crackdown: 14 Private Hire Drivers Caught Accepting Illegal Fares in a Joint operation by WNC and Police

A joint operation by West Northamptonshire Council and Northamptonshire Police. Learn how local authorities are protecting passengers and ensuring compliance in the night-time economy.

Manchester
Standardized Private Hire Licensing to Address Cross-Border Taxi Hiring Issues

As more and more politicians like Andy Burnham, urge an end to cross-border taxi hiring, will a national licensing standard could improve safety without limiting operational flexibility for councils, operators and drivers? How about standardized private hire licensing?

National
Taxi and PHV Licensing Trends 2024: Key Changes Across England

Explore key changes in taxi and private hire vehicle licensing statistics, highlighting growth in PHV licences and accessibility challenges

Conwy
Taxi Drivers Campaign for Fair Rules on Wheelchair-Accessible Vehicles

Conwy taxi drivers petition to amend expensive, restrictive WAV rules, citing financial, accessibility, and environmental challenges under current regulations.

South Gloucestershire
New Rules in South Gloucestershire Could Lead to More Taxi Drivers Quitting

New rules in South Gloucestershire requiring wheelchair-accessible taxis could result in more drivers quitting, opting for private hire vehicles like Uber instead.

Basingstoke
Taxi and Private Hire Fare Increase Proposed in Basingstoke and Deane

Council proposes taxi fare increases across Basingstoke and Deane.

National
New Road Tax and Major Changes for UK Drivers in 2025: EV & Safety

In 2025, UK drivers will encounter new road tax rules, EV policies, and updated safety regulations, including AI-powered cameras and stricter vehicle inspections.

Goucestershire
Suspended Driver Exploits Licencing Loopholes and Takes 1000 Rides

The recent case in South Gloucestershire has reignited debate over public safety and regulatory gaps in the taxi licensing system.

Beverley
New Safety Measures for Taxi Users During Christmas and New Year in UK

East Riding introduces CCTV systems, taxi marshals, and guidelines to ensure passenger safety during Christmas and New Year celebrations.