Bin collections in the hot weather
This week (beginning Monday 22 June) our crews will be going out earlier than normal to collect your bins. Please make sure they are out by 6am on your collection day.
Apply for a taxi driver badge
Find out how to apply for a taxi driver badge and how much it costs.
To apply for a hackney carriage, private hire, or dual driver licence, you need to:
- have held an EU or UK drivers licence for a minimum of 24 months
- have no motoring convictions
You'll need to download and return a medical form:
You might also need to complete a comprehension test if English isn't your first language.
Licence fees
| Licence type | 1 year | 3 years |
|---|---|---|
| Hackney carriage | £301.21 | £476.65 |
| Private hire | £301.21 | £472.93 |
| Dual driver | £301.21 | £476.65 |
After you apply you'll be invited to an interview where we will check your documents and discuss your medical form, the knowledge test, and a Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS).
We'll also talk through the driving assessment and safeguarding training you need to complete.