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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:
Standard Taxi Assessment
£90 Inc. VAT
Wheelchair Assessment
£30 Inc. VAT
Enhanced Assessment (Includes Wheelchair Assessment)
£99 Inc. VAT
Driving Assessment Process
Our taxi driver assessment ensures that drivers can:
For an enhanced assessment, drivers will also demonstrate:
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:
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:
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!

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