Do I need a public hire licence?

Question

I am setting up a wedding car hire business and need to know wether I need a public hire licence, i hope to do wedding hires but also proms, anniversarys and maybe race days and airport runs, all jobs will obviously be booked in advance, please help. ( England based company)

Answer 1

You don't need a Public Hire Licence.  That is for a vehicle which is available to be hailed in the street (London Black Cabs, bus etc)

You need a Private Hire Licence if your vehicle can carry less than 9 passengers.

It is explained very well here

http://www.bbc.co.uk/dna/h2g2/A708888

Answer 2

Private Hire maybe. Would be controlled by your local council so ask them (phone book).

Answer 3

Contact your local council. They have a taxi/cab/private hire licencing department who will help you.

Answer 4

yes u should need 1 but the less people know the better

Answer 5

Yes, you do need that licence. Plus you have to have a licence for yourself. it is cost a lot so think carefully. Contact your council where you want to start your business.