Hackney carriage / private hire vehicle licences
The District Council is responsible for the licensing of Hackney Carriages and Private Hire Vehicles within the district of Derbyshire Dales.
Am I eligible?
To drive either a Hackney Carriage or Private Hire Vehicle licensed by Derbyshire Dales District Council, the driver must hold an appropriate taxi driver's licence issued by Derbyshire Dales District Council.
To get a vehicle licensed by Derbyshire Dales District Council you must first decide whether the vehicle that you are going to drive is to be a Hackney Carriage or Private Hire Vehicle. The main differences between Hackney Carriage and Private Hire Vehicles are as follows:-
Hackney Carriage or Private Hire?
Hackney Carriage Vehicle
- Can wait at designated taxi ranks.
- Can ply for hire or be flagged down.
- Must be driven by a licensed Hackney Carriage driver at all times.
- Must display a small yellow internal plate in the front windscreen, a large yellow door sticker which identifies the license number of the vehicle and a large yellow plate adjacent to the rear number plate.
- Must be fitted with a meter set to the District Council's Table of Maximum Fares, which must be on display.
- Must meet the requirements of the District Council's Taxi Licensing policy.
Private Hire Vehicle
- All fares must be pre-booked with the Operator.
- Must be driven by a licensed Private Hire Vehicle Driver.
- Do not have their fares regulated by the Council. It is advisable to agree the fare prior to the journey commencing.
- Must display a small green and yellow internal plate in the front windscreen, a large yellow and greed door sicker which identifies the licence number of the vehicle and a large green and yellow plate adjacent the rear number plate.
- Must meet the requirements of the District Council's Taxi Licensing policy
Regulation summary
A Hackney Carriage Vehicle licence is issued under the provisions of the Town Police Clauses Act 1847, the Public Health Act 1875, Public Health Act 2006 and the Part 11 of the Local Government (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1976).
The Licence Holder is also required to comply with the provisions of the Transport Act 1985, the Council's vehicle specifications and Vehicle Licence conditions contained in the Council's Taxi Licensing Policy.
A Private Hire Vehicle licence is issued under the provisions of Part 11 of the Local Government (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1976) and Public Health Act 2006.
The Licence Holder is also required to comply with the vehicle specifications and vehicle licence conditions contained in the District Council's Taxi Licensing Policy.
Maximum Age of Vehicles
It is the District Council's policy to only licence vehicles that are under 10 years old.
One exception to this is the purpose built London style taxis, which will be allowed up until eleven years of age. The age of the vehicle will be determined by the period of registration. . If you are in doubt or need clarification regarding the maximum age limit allowed then please contact us at
Please note that the District Council's policy is such that any vehicle that has been written off will not be licensed. All accidents to vehicles once licensed must be fully reported to the Licensing Team and full details of the damage to be supplied. See section Accident Reporting below for further advice.
Application forms
You do not need to make an appointment to submit your application in person. You can email your completed application form and other documents to
The Council's preferred method of payment is debit or credit card. Please do not post original documentation (V5/Insurance or MOT) or cash to us.
- Application forms for a new Hackney Carriage/Private Hire Vehicle licence are available to download or can be requested by emailing
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The application form must be submitted with the following documents:
- Proof of ownership (V5/55 Log book)
- Proprietorship Requisition Declaration
- A valid insurance certificate
The vehicles are tested at six monthly intervals by the District Council's own mechanics at our depot based on Harrison Way at Darley Dale.
Vehicle Testing
Vehicles will need to be inspected to ensure compliance with the requirements for the vehicle specification and licence conditions contained in the Council's Taxi Licensing Policy, before a licence is granted. You will need to ring 01629 761345 to book a vehicle test. Failure to attend the test will result in you being charged a missed appointment fee.
Before you submit the vehicle for testing, you must ensure that the vehicle is in good condition, i.e. mechanically sound, bodywork in a satisfactory condition and the engine and full chassis steam cleaned. Owners of vehicles will be subject to a re-test fee in respect of vehicles that do not pass the inspection test and have to be re-submitted for a second test.
What happens when I have obtained my Hackney Carriage/Private Hire Vehicle licence?
Once you have obtained your Hackney Carriage/Private Hire Vehicle licence, your vehicle can only be driven by drivers who hold a Hackney Carriage/Private Hire Vehicle drivers licence issued by Derbyshire Dales District Council.
Your licence will be valid for one year only and will be subject to a condition that the vehicle is tested at the Council's depot 6 months after the date of the licence. You will be required to submit your renewal application at least 10 working days before it expires. You will also be required to comply with the District Council's Taxi Licence Policy conditions that apply to all licensed vehicles.
It is important that you read and fully understand the conditions because if you breach the conditions, you may be given penalty points, or in more serious cases your vehicle licence can be suspended or in some cases revoked.
Accident Reporting
If any licensed vehicle is involved in an accident, this must be reported to the Authorised Officer, in writing, as soon as possible, but in any event within 72 hours (3 days) of the incident using an accident report form.
Where, following an incident resulting in accident or damage to a licensed vehicle, it is the intention of the owner or operator to continue licensed use, the vehicle must be inspected (at the owner’s or operator’s expense) to determine its fitness for continued use. The Council may suspend the use of a licensed vehicle until it is suitably repaired to the Council’s satisfaction.
The District Council will not licence vehicles that have been written off.
A licensed vehicle, which has suffered major accident damage or requires substantial mechanical repair may be replaced by a hire vehicle, provided:
1. The damage to, or defect in, the vehicle has been reported; Application is made in the usual way for a change of vehicle (albeit temporarily); 2. The replacement vehicle meets the Council’s licensing criteria and is suitable to be used for hire purposes;
3. The hiring of the hire vehicle is organised and paid for by the affected licensed owner or operator.
4. The fee for testing the vehicle is paid, (at the time the appointment is booked).
Buying and selling a licensed vehicle
Anyone who buys or sells a licensed vehicle must notify the Council within seven days, in writing.
The Council need to know the details of the new owner of the car and also the previous owner's details. There is no need to re-test the vehicle at this stage but you will be required to complete an application form for vehicle transfer and pay the appropriate Fee.
If your vehicle licence plates are missing, make enquiries with the police and also notify the Council in writing that you have lost your plates. There is a standard charge for replacement plates if you cannot recover your originals.
How long does the vehicle licence last for?
Your licence will be valid for one year only. The Council will endeavour to send you a renewal reminder at least 4 weeks before the expiry date. This reminder is a courtesy service only and it is ultimately your responsibility to make sure that your licence doesn't expire. If you do not renew in time, you will need to submit a new application and your licence plate number will no longer be valid. if a new licence is granted, your vehicle will be issued with a new plate, with a new licence number.
Please check that you have the following listed documents when you are ready to submit your application:
Completed and signed application form
- Vehicle Registration Document (V5/V55)
- Valid insurance document
- Evidence that the vehicle has never previously been written off (Used vehicle check)
- MOT certificate (If applicable). This check will be carried out on-line.
- DVLA Code
- The appropriate fee (see our Fees website page for all licence application and other charges)
Accessible taxis for wheelchair users
Drivers of wheelchair accessible hackney carriages (taxis) or private hire vehicles must provide assistance to wheelchair users and must not charge any additional fare.
Drivers must:
- carry the passenger while in their wheelchair if they wish
- carry the wheelchair if the passenger chooses to sit in a passenger seat
- ensure the passenger is carried in safety and reasonable comfort
- give the passenger reasonable mobility assistance, such as:
- helping them to get into or out of the vehicle
- if the passenger chooses to remain in their wheelchair, helping them to get into and out of the vehicle while in their wheelchair
- loading and unloading the passenger’s luggage
- loading the wheelchair into or out of the vehicle if required
Charges for carrying wheelchair users
Drivers must not make any extra charge for carrying or assisting a passenger with a wheelchair.
The taximeter should not be left running while helping the wheelchair passenger, or while the passenger gets into or out of the vehicle.
Exemptions
Drivers may be able to claim an exemption from these duties on medical grounds, or because their physical condition makes it impossible or unreasonably difficult for them to comply.
If a driver has been granted an exemption certificate, they must display it in their vehicle.
The law regarding wheelchair accessible taxis and private hire vehicles
These requirements are in accordance with sections 165 and 167 of the Equality Act 2010, which make it a criminal offence for drivers of designated taxi and private hire vehicles to refuse to carry passengers in wheelchairs, and to fail to provide them with appropriate assistance, or to charge them an extra fare.
Finding wheelchair accessible taxis and private hire vehicles
The following vehicles are licensed as being wheelchair accessible and available for hire:
Hackney carriages/taxis
Private Hire Vehicles
Register of Licensed Vehicles
Register of Combined Hackney Carriage/Private Hire Licensed Drivers
Licence Holder Full Name Reference Expiry Date Reg Name
Mr Mohammed Hanif LN/000001014 24/06/2025
Mr John Smith LN/000001053 13/06/2025 John's Taxi
Mr Darrell Robert Twigge LN/000001085 21/06/2025 ACT Cars
Mr Trefor Owen LN/000001103 08/06/2025 Toad Cars
Mr Shabraz Khan LN/000001172 11/07/2025 Network Taxi
Mr Altaf Hussain LN/000001173 05/07/2025
Mr Mushtaq Ahmed LN/000001197 14/08/2025
Mr Leslie Arthur Kirkland LN/000001210 17/08/2025
Ms Christina Frances Rankin LN/000001245 13/08/2025 Dovelin Cars
Mr William Graham Massey LN/000001266 20/10/2025 Grindleford Private Hire
Miss Karen Frances Mccartin LN/000001267 18/08/2025 Dovelin Cars
Mr Andrew Bryan Wain LN/000001268 07/09/2025 Dovelin Cars
Mr Peter James Hill LN/000001283 12/09/2025 Pete's Taxi
Mrs Margaret Thorpe LN/000001286 26/09/2025 Michael's Taxis
Mr John Richard Fox LN/000001291 09/10/2027 Fox Cars
Mr Ajaib Khan LN/000001292 13/10/2027 A Khan
Mr Mohammad Shakeel Choudhary LN/000001295 17/10/2027
Mr Alan Parker LN/000001298 20/10/2027 20Alan's Airporter
Mr Waheed Akhtar LN/000001303 06/11/2027
Mr Brian Masters LN/000001304 09/11/2027 Matlock Taxis
Mr Michael Mcveigh LN/000001306 11/11/2027
Mr Mazhar Hanif Choudhry LN/000001307 12/11/2027 Al's Taxis
Mr Rahim Dad LN/000001308 12/11/2027 Ray's Taxi
Mr Michael Marshall LN/000001351 26/02/2028
Mr Zafar Iqbal LN/000001378 09/12/2027
Mr Michael James Terry LN/000001382 17/03/2028
Mr Paul Robert Webster LN/000001383 30/03/2028
Mr Raja Jamal LN/000001387 28/04/2028 SOS Taxis
Mr Guftar Hussain LN/000001392 04/04/2028
Mr Mohammed Nawaz LN/000001393 01/04/2028
Mr Christopher John Hudson LN/000001397 29/04/2028
Mr David John Nixon LN/000001401 27/03/2028
Mr Martin Greenhough LN/000001405 12/11/2027 Fox Cars
Mr Tahir Mehmood LN/000001560 19/12/2027
Mr Qamar Iqbal LN/000002003 01/04/2028
Mr Anthony Mcveigh LN/000002063 19/05/2025
Mr Raja Yasir Jalil LN/000002886 05/04/2028 Self Employed
Mr Mohammed Saleem LN/000002912 11/04/2028 Ashbourne Taxis
Mr Mohammed Maroof LN/000003052 08/06/2025
Mr Moazam Hussain LN/000003369 14/11/2025
Mr Razi Abbas LN/000003380 16/11/2025
Mr Adnan Sikander LN/000003441 02/01/2026
Mr Manindervir Singh LN/000003453 15/01/2026
Mr Ayaz Hakeem LN/000003499 08/02/2026
Mr Bashir Ud-din LN/000003559 26/05/2026
Register of Private Hire Operators
Business Name Licence Holder Full Name Licence number
Absolute Car Travel (ACT) Mr Michael Mcveigh LN/000001569
Paul's Private Hire Mr Paul Robert Webster LN/000001622
Alan's Airporter Mr Alan Parker LN/000001731
Chris's Private Hire Mr Christopher Hudson LN/000001735
Neil's Taxi Mr Neil Plumb LN/000001782
Vintage Adventure Tours Ltd Mr Steven Howard White LN/000002255
Dovelin Cars Miss Karen McCartin LN/000002501
Ashbourne Taxis Ashbourne Taxis LN/000003232
A.C.T Cars Mr Darrell Robert Twigge LN/000006287
24/7Ltd 24/7 Ltd LN/000012026
Mr John Leslie Peters LN/000007376
Mr Fazal Ul Rehman Mansha LN/000012771
Mr Muhammad Shakeel LN/000012772
Mr Craig George Harrison LN/000012901
