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Transport for London updates and news for Private Hire PCO drivers
New TfL Safety Test & Application Requirements
Transport for London has made some changes to the Private Hire application process. Some new requirements have been added and some existing requirements have had changes. It is very important that all Private Hire drivers understand these new changes. Here is a...
Alternative jobs for drivers
Over the last few years, the Private Hire driving industry in London has become saturated and we don't even have to mention the last 12 months of difficulties faced by drivers due to the pandemic. Private Hire Minicab driving has always had an appeal for people...
Effects of another Lockdown on the Private Hire Industry
We wanted to do a quick update for drivers looking to apply for their PCO licence (Private Hire Licence). TfL are still only processing PCO renewal applications for existing drivers. All new applications are still not being accepted. This...
Tier 4 Lockdown effects on private hire drivers in London
This year has been particularly difficult for private hire drivers due to the covid-19 pandemic. Even people looking to become private hire drivers have had the opportunity put on hold due to Transport for London not accepting new applications. From Sunday...
Sadiq Khan considering £3.50 ‘Greater London boundary charge’
The Covid-19 pandemic has stopped Londoners from travelling and so has cost TfL millions in lost fares. The UK government has had to bail them out twice, costing a whopping £3.4 billion. TfL are desperately trying to make up the lost money and for a long while there...
Official TfL Coronavirus Information
Transport for London have provided a dedicated section on their website with information for Private Hire and Taxi drivers regarding the Coronavirus. The page provides information on how TfL is supporting licensed drivers. For example, how they are providing 1.5...
English Test Date Extended 2021
Transport for London has further extended the deadline for the TfL English Test for Private Hire minicab drivers in London. The new date is 30 September 2021. What does this mean? Drivers who have applied for their new PCO licence or renewed their PCO licence on...