Information For Council Licencing Departments

If you would like to discuss any of our services listed below, please call us on 0330 111 7230 or email us.

Taxi Driving Assessments

Green Penny assists councils by providing assessment services for applicants with requirements and criteria similar to those previously set by the DVSA. We offer three types of assessments:

£90 Inc. VAT

£30 Inc. VAT

£99 Inc. VAT

Our taxi driver assessment ensures that drivers can:

  • Meet the legal eyesight requirements.
  • Drive to a safe and competent standard.
  • Perform a manoeuvre to turn their vehicle around.
  • Complete approximately 10 minutes of independent driving.
  • Stop at the roadside safely, simulating passenger pick-up/drop-off.
  • Answer related knowledge questions, including handling lost property.
  • Identify traffic signs and road markings from the Highway Code.
  • Perform an emergency stop (at the assessor’s discretion).
  • Safe wheelchair loading and unloading.
  • Secure use of wheelchair brakes.
  • Correct fastening of seatbelts or safety harnesses.
  • Proper securing of wheel belts or clamps.

Standalone wheelchair assessments are also available. These assessments maintain the consistency of the DVSA assessments that were phased out in 2016, ensuring local authorities have reliable confirmation of driver standards. Successful candidates receive a certificate confirming their competency.

Taxi Driver One-Day Training Course

This course provides new and existing drivers with essential knowledge to operate as Hackney Carriage or PHV drivers. The course includes:

  • Legislation, rules, and regulations for licensed drivers.
  • Customer service skills for professional interactions.
  • Driver safety awareness and self-protection strategies.
  • Handling crime reports and customer complaints.
  • Highway Code essentials for professional drivers.
  • Disability and equality awareness.
  • Safeguarding responsibilities.
  • Payment handling and basic arithmetic.

The course concludes with a knowledge test.

Price

£140 Inc. VAT per driver

Taxi Driver Remedial Training Course

Designed to improve the driving skills and behaviour of Hackney Carriage and PHV drivers, this half-day (3.5 hours) course enhances safety and professionalism.

As a trusted fleet training provider working with over 65 UK councils, we understand the importance of maintaining high safety standards for licensed drivers. Our trainer-led course covers:

  • Driving licence and eyesight checks.
  • Vehicle safety and legal requirements.
  • Introductory presentation on skills-based driving, including Cabology, eco-driving, hazard perception, risk management, and driver responsibilities.
  • Customised content for referred drivers, addressing specific concerns raised by councils.
  • 1-hour on-road assessment with debrief and feedback.
  • 1.5 hours of on-road remedial training and coaching.
  • Final report, feedback, and certificate for successful candidates.
  • Final report submission to the relevant council (GDPR-compliant, with driver permission).
Price

£234 Inc. Inc. VAT per driver

Level 1 Award in Awareness of Safeguarding RFQ (Virtual Classroom)

This course provides taxi drivers with essential safeguarding knowledge to protect children, young people, and vulnerable adults. Participants will learn to identify concerns, record disclosures, and report issues appropriately.

Price

£50 Inc. Inc. VAT

Duration

2.5hr + 30m

Disability Awareness Course

This course equips taxi drivers with the knowledge to support passengers with disabilities, understand relevant legislation, and provide excellent service.

Price

£50 Inc. Inc. VAT

Duration

2.5hr + 30m

For more information or to book a service, contact us today!