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Taxi licensing

All current and new drivers within the High Peak are now required to complete a Safeguarding session. Please note: if you have already taken this course you do not need to take it again.

Our new Taxi Licence Policy was agreed and adopted on 01/11/2016. If you would like any further clarification on this, please contact us.

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Apply for a drivers licence

Who is eligible, how to apply, what it costs and what you need to submit with and application

Apply for a new vehicle licence

How to apply, what it costs and what you need to submit with your application

Renew a driver or vehicle licence

How to renew a drivers licence or a vehicle licence

Transfer or change a licence

How to transfer or change a vehicle licence

Fees and charges

Find out how much it costs to submit taxi / driver applications and to get a vehicle tested

Private hire operators licence

If you plan to operate a private hire taxi business, you will need a licence from us

Taxi knowledge test appointments

If you need to take your taxi knowledge test we hold sessions throughout the year at various locations

BTEC and NVQ Professional Qualification

Information on the BTEC and NVQ driver qualification and safeguarding requirements