Taxi licence
South Tyneside has over 600 Hackney Carriages and private hire vehicles licensed to work in South Tyneside.
Before a licence to drive taxis is granted, the council must be satisfied that you are:
- Medically fit (examination by a doctor)
- CRB (Criminal Records Bureau) checked
Applicants must also pass a knowledge test of the local area and conditions.
If you pass the locality test and meet the other criteria you can get a licence to drive Hackney Carriage and Private Hire Vehicles. The fee is £60 and the licence lasts for 12 months. A dual licence is also available for £90.
Before a vehicle is licensed it must pass an inspection similar to an MOT and must meet certain criteria based on suitability laid down by the law and the local authority.
Licences are granted for 4, 6 or 12 months depending on the age of the vehicle and work out at approximately £300 per year.
