Taxi licensing

Consultation now live

We invite feedback on a recently launched consultation. This consultation is exploring the potential benefits and challenges of making all local transport authorities (LTAs) in England responsible for taxi and private hire vehicle licensing. 

Further information and details on how to respond are available on the GOV.UK website - local transport authorities and taxi licensing consultation

This consultation closes at 11:59pm on 1 April 2026. 

Please note, we offer a drop in reception for taxi enquiries at the Town Hall, Weston-super-Mare, every Tuesday 10am to 12pm.

Taxi driver licence

Find out how to apply for a licence if you want to drive a private hire vehicle or hackney carriage

Vehicle licence

Apply to licence your vehicle if you drive a private hire vehicle or hackney carriage 

Private hire operator licence

Find out how to get an operator's licence or renew your licence for a private hire vehicle business

Wheelchair accessible vehicles

View our list of wheelchair accessible taxis and find out how to register your vehicle

Our newsletter

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