TfL Taxi & Private Hire

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[TfL Taxi & Private Hire @TfLTPH]

☀️When driving in hot weather, licensees are advised to take regular breaks, carry water with them, keep hydrated and make sure their vehicles are in good working order. ☀️

💧Check oil and water levels and make sure tyres are properly inflated. 🛞

[TfL Taxi & Private Hire @TfLTPH]

Getting ready for your Taxi SERU assessment?

It’s based on the Taxi Driver Handbook: https://t.co/m04KhLdlkb

More info: https://t.co/VnDQUUVJCD

Safeguarding module to help prepare: https://t.co/Y5DTHCW5Ht

[TfL Taxi & Private Hire @TfLTPH]

North Cray Rd, Bexley partially closed from 27 July due to Thames Water mains replacement works. This may impact journeys to the Sidcup Inspection Centre.

Please allow extra travel time and follow signed diversion routes. Works expected 39 days, although order valid 18 months.

[TfL Taxi & Private Hire @TfLTPH]

⚡EV charging discount⚡

TfL-licensed taxi and private hire vehicle drivers can access an exclusive Zest offer: 6p per kWh off the advertised rate on EV charging across Zest’s rapid and ultra-rapid chargers in London.

For full details, please visit: https://t.co/2r30cLBWMu

[TfL Taxi & Private Hire @TfLTPH]

Our consultation on licensing salvage vehicles is now live.

We're proposing changes to improve safety in London's licensed taxi and private hire fleet, including no longer allowing salvage vehicles to be licensed.

Consultation ends 13 September 2026: https://t.co/jjZY7jLJPk

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Drive Green London helps drivers save money through reduced fuel use and lower tyre and brake wear, while also reducing emissions and making journeys more comfortable for passengers.

https://t.co/RiSU8B9NYW

[TfL Taxi & Private Hire @TfLTPH]

☀️With hot weather forecast, our licensees are advised to take regular breaks, carry water with them & regularly check their vehicles.

💧Check oil/water levels and make sure tyres are properly inflated. 🛞

[Met Office @metoffice]

Temperatures are on the rise over the next few days, with the warmest weather expected on Friday and Saturday 📈

A switch to northwesterly winds by Sunday will allow temperatures to fall back closer to average 🌡️

[TfL Taxi & Private Hire @TfLTPH]

Taxis and private hire services are a vital resource for disabled people in London.

Advice on assisting disabled passengers can be found in Section 3 of the taxi driver handbook: https://t.co/m04KhLcNuD or Section 8 of the PHV driver handbook: https://t.co/qVQiqF3yXy

[TfL Taxi & Private Hire @TfLTPH]

Drive Green London helps taxi & PHV drivers save money by cutting fuel use and reducing tyre & brake wear. Non-exhaust emissions from brakes, tyres & roads now make up 90% of PM2.5 emissions in London.

Read how you can significantly reduce emissions here: https://t.co/RiSU8B9NYW

[TfL Taxi & Private Hire @TfLTPH]

The MPS, in partnership with TfL, has produced a leaflet with practical safety advice for taxi and private hire drivers: https://t.co/JleAFKXNKK

[TfL Taxi & Private Hire @TfLTPH]

Drive Green London helps taxi & private hire drivers operate more efficiently cutting fuel use, reducing tyre & brake wear, and saving money while lowering emissions.

Read the guidance: https://t.co/RiSU8B9NYW

[TfL Taxi & Private Hire @TfLTPH]

It is a regulatory requirement for licensees to inform TfL - within 48 hours - of any arrest and release, charge, caution or conviction.

https://t.co/ZH6psHbGu0

We have an online form to make it easier for licensees to provide the relevant information:

https://t.co/FFMG8T5eKN

[TfL Taxi & Private Hire @TfLTPH]

Our customer portal is available 24/7 and is the quickest way to submit and track applications and vehicle bookings. Visit: https://t.co/xubTg1qz9C

User manuals can be found here: https://t.co/G5fP4lCAeB and our contact details can be found here: https://t.co/GBVsqhuVlQ

[TfL Taxi & Private Hire @TfLTPH]

All of our contact details can be found in the help & support section of our licensee portal: https://t.co/2HVtjWx9IF

Please remember to state your current application or licence number if your enquiry relates to an application.

[TfL Taxi & Private Hire @TfLTPH]

Please do not leave your taxi unattended on a working Taxi rank. Drivers wanting to use the rank for work are unable to do so.

Private hire vehicles parked on taxi ranks or unattended taxis on ranks should be reported here: https://t.co/xa5uDrN3UX

[TfL Taxi & Private Hire @TfLTPH]

Updated guidance and information in the form of TPH Notices are available on our Notices and consultations page: https://t.co/uXA0sTp7EL

This includes information on the HMRC tax check requirements for licensees, taxi fares, and tariffs and guidance for PHV operators.

[TfL Taxi & Private Hire @TfLTPH]

Assistance dogs 🦮 must be allowed to travel with their owner in taxis and private hire vehicles at no extra charge: https://t.co/roREwiyTMl

[TfL Taxi & Private Hire @TfLTPH]

Silverworks Island Festival takes place Sun 12 July.

Event finishes at 22:00, with attendees leaving from around an hour before the end.

Taxi rank & pre-booked PHV pick-up: Dockside Car Park, via Dockside Rd, E16 2QT

[TfL Taxi & Private Hire @TfLTPH]

Taxi and private hire licensees are in a unique position to identify and help take steps to prevent the abuse, exploitation or neglect of children & vulnerable adults safe.

We encourage all licensees to undertake our online Safeguarding Awareness course: https://t.co/Y5DTHCW5Ht

[TfL Taxi & Private Hire @TfLTPH]

Silverworks Island Festival takes place Sat 11 and Sun 12 July.

Events finish at 22:00, with attendees leaving from around an hour before the end.

Taxi rank & pre-booked PHV pick-up: Dockside Car Park, via Dockside Rd, E16 2QT