Licences - Hackney carriage (taxi)

 

Taxis within West Lothian comprise of saloon vehicles (cars) and Multi-people carriers (MPV).  Anyone may apply for a taxi operators licence, and subject to avilablility of plates and the mandatory background checks a licence may be granted. The number of taxis within West Lothian is restricted, this restriction is reviewed at regular intervals by the council.

The council has set a specification for vehicles which may be licensed as a taxi.  These specifications are subject to review to ensure they continue to provide a standard to meet public expectation regarding safety, comfort and ease of access.  The council adopted the policy that all new vehicles authorised as a taxi must be wheelchair accessible.

The specification for vehicles is attached to the application.  Additional information may be obtaied from the Licensing Team on 01506 281632), or by e-mail

Licence fees:

  • Initial grant (one year) £321.00
  • Renewal (one year) £291.00

A full list of all licence fees and applications forms are available from this page: