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Taxi Defence Scotland

Experts in all matters relating to:

> Taxi driver & vehicle licensing
> Private Hire driver & car licensing
> Taxi/Private Hire Booking Offices

Taxi Defence Scotland is a sector leading law firm in Scotland dealing with taxi licence appeals, refusals and suspensions. We are expert taxi licensing lawyers based in Glasgow, Scotland. We can provide expert advice in all matters relating to your taxi licensing appeal in Scotland.

Why choose Taxi Defence Scotland for your taxi & private hire licence appeal in Scotland?

Free case assessment

We offer all our clients a free, no-obligation initial case assessment.

Excellent service

Our legal services are rated “excellent” by our customers.

Experience

We are taxi & private hire licensing experts with year’s of experience.

Direct access

You can instruct us directly without the need for an intermediary.

Representation

We represent clients before any committee or court in Scotland.

Success

We have gained a reputation for winning cases and appeals.

Contact us today to discuss your taxi and private hire licensing issue

Equality Act 2010 & additional taxi charges

by admin | 31st March 2019 | News | 0 Comments

An in-depth look at McNutt v Transport for London [2019] EWHC 365 (Admin) and what the case’s ruling means for designated taxis and private hire vehicles carrying wheelchairs.

Should Scotland taxi drivers wear a uniform?

by admin | 2nd March 2019 | News | 0 Comments

Dress code policies are not uncommon in lots of taxi and private hire licensing policies around the country. Whilst dress code policies are a common occurrence, their enforcement is less common in formal terms.

Uber win Reading Appeal

by admin | 7th February 2019 | News | 0 Comments

The High Court has today held that use of the Uber app does not amount to plying for hire.

Edinburgh’s taxi trade “facing crisis”

by admin | 27th January 2019 | News | 0 Comments

Union Unite Scotland say that a "crisis" is facing the trade in Edinburgh as an estimated £28.3 million investment would be required to meet the city council’s new emissions policy. The Union’s statement follows a meeting of around 200 Edinburgh taxi drivers who met...

Fit & Proper test for taxi and private hire drivers in Scotland

by admin | 3rd January 2019 | News | 0 Comments

In order to be granted a taxi or private hire driver’s licence in Scotland, you must be a fit and proper person. There is no statutory definition of “fit and proper” however, licensing authorities in Scotland use a series of assessments to determine is a taxi or private hire driver in Scotland is fit and proper.

Taxi Defence Scotland secures taxi licence

by admin | 29th November 2018 | News | 0 Comments

Taxi Defence Scotland, the Scottish office of Taxi Defence Barristers, have secured a licence for a client whose application was opposed by Police Scotland.

‘Exclusive hire’ – Licensing exemptions for Scotland taxis and private hire cars

by admin | 28th November 2018 | News | 0 Comments

A review of the “exclusive hire” exemption for taxis and private hire cars in Scotland.

New “tax” registration checks proposed for taxi/PH sector

by admin | 11th November 2018 | News | 0 Comments

The Government has announced legislation that will require tax registration checks to be undertaken on all taxi and private hire licence holders.

Immigration Act: Implications for taxi and private hire licensing in Scotland

by admin | 23rd October 2018 | News | 0 Comments

Under the Immigration Act 2016, certain licence holders are now unable to hold a licence. The provisions in the 2016 Act amend existing licensing regimes to prevent people without lawful immigration status and the right to work from holding a licence to drive a taxi, private hire car or a booking office licence in Scotland.

I have a criminal history. Can I get a taxi licence to work in Scotland?

by admin | 27th September 2018 | News | 0 Comments

If you have a criminal history, you can apply for a taxi or private hire car driver’s licence in Scotland.

Taxi and private hire car drivers must be “fit and proper” people. The law does not define what “fit and proper” means and so each application will be dealt with on its individual facts.

After having my taxi badge revoked by Bolsover District Council for a minor offence I Googled this situation and was presented with Kings View Chambers website (part of Taxi Defence Barristers). I contacted Stephen McCaffrey for help. What can I say fantastic doesn’t describe it enough. Stephen was straight on the case from the minute go and to the end of the case. He took on board all the facts from both sides and drafted up a defence case. The company as a whole kept me informed every step of the way and by god they know their rights in taxi law.

Stephen walked me through every step and explained things in a simple manner.
Very professional and helpful throughout the whole process, during a stressful time.

Why instruct an expert to deal with your case?

Taxi Defence Scotland:

can represent you before any court in Scotland and before any decision-making bodies such as licensing committees
deals with taxi and private hire revocations, refusals, criminal matters & suspensions
are legal experts specialising in specific areas of law such as licensing law
offer independent and objective legal advice
are skilled in professional advocacy

Instruct an expert taxi defence lawyer to defend your licence and reputation