Unique reference number
You need this to submit your application. If you do not have one, please email your badge number and full name to: licensing@calderdale.gov.uk. We will then send one to you by email.
Important notes:
- All fees are non refundable.
- From 1st September you must complete safeguarding training.
- Provide your supporting documents in advance.
- Badges are not issued on the same day. They can take up to 10 working days from when the last required document is provided.
Current renewal diver requirements
Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
Provide your original DBS certificate. You should already be registered with DBS update service. If not:
- To apply, visit: Taxi Licensing Services (TaxiPlus).
Important note: You must sign up to the DBS update service. If you do not sign up or pay the annual fee, your licence could be suspended.
Note: If your DBS shows convictions, cautions or other relevant information, we may want to interview you. A final decision will only be made after this has been done.
Tax check
Please visit: Complete a tax check for a taxi, private hire or scrap metal licence (GOV.UK).
Safeguarding training
This is delivered online by Blue Lamp Trust.
- To book, visit: Safeguarding Virtual Classroom Course.
- Fee: £35.
- Duration: 2 hours 45 minutes via Zoom.
Note: You must show your ID (driving license card or passport).
You will get an eCertificate by email after you complete the course.
Medical
You must have a medical assessment on these birthdays:
- 50th;
- 55th;
- 60th;
- 65th;
- and every year after this.
This must be completed by your own registered GP.
- You will need to pay the fee directly to the GP.
- The GP must sign a passport size photo of you.
You must print off these forms to take with you when you have the medical:
- Medical Examination Report: (GOV.UK).
If your GP does not provide a Taxi Medical service
Get a letter from the GP to confirm that:
- they do not provide Taxi Medicals;
- and that you are their registered patient.
We can then issue you an authority letter to attend another GP. Note: Do not attend another GP without this letter.
If you have a query about this, please email: licensing@calderdale.gov.uk.
Your documents
These can all be uploaded. If you have a problem doing this, please email: licensing@calderdale.gov.uk. (You must include your taxi badge number and full name in subject line.)
Note: We require a hardcopy of your medical and signed photo. These are to be brought to our office after you apply.
Apply
You must supply us with evidence that you are a "fit and proper" person to hold a driver's licence.
Concerns about a driver's conduct
- We will investigate a driver under the terms of section 61(1) of the Local Government Act 1976.)
- If we believe the driver is no longer a fit and proper person, their licence can be suspended or revoked.
Address
- Calderdale MBC Transport Services, Battinson Road, Halifax. HX1 4PL.