Taxi Licensing Services

20/11/2025

Recent Birmingham Road News Taxi Drivers Should Know

Staying up to date with road changes is essential for every Birmingham taxi driver — whether you’re PHV or Hackney. Here’s a full breakdown of the most important updates from the past couple of months that could affect your routes, journey times, and compliance:

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📸 1. Broad Street Bus Lane Enforcement is Now Live

Birmingham City Council has activated ANPR camera enforcement on Broad Street.
Important points for drivers:
• Private Hire Vehicles are NOT allowed in some sections of the bus lane.
• Hackney carriages ARE permitted in legally marked taxi lanes — but signs must be followed carefully.
• Fines are £70 if paid late (discounted to £35 if paid early).
• Enforcement is active 24/7, and cameras are already issuing penalties.

If you work city centre evenings, weekends, or during events — be extra cautious around Broad Street.

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↩️ 2. Kings Heath Low Traffic Neighbourhood (LTN) – Phase Expansion

The Kings Heath LTN has entered its next phase, affecting multiple roads.

Here’s what’s changing:
• New one-way systems across several residential streets
• Additional modal filters, restricting cut-through traffic
• More 20mph zones to slow overall speeds and improve safety
• Changes to how you pick up from residential addresses in the area

These updates will affect navigation, especially during school times and evenings. Routes may take longer or require diversions.

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🚲 3. A45 Coventry Road – Cycle Route Expansion Plans

The council is continuing with plans to install a segregated cycle lane on parts of the A45.

What this means for taxi drivers:
• Possible reduction of road width for vehicles
• New traffic-calming measures
• Changes to lane layout in the future
• Potential impact during construction phases

Expect delays during peak hours and be prepared for route adjustments.

If you want us to handle your applications, renewals, reminders or paperwork, message us anytime and follow our page for the latest news and updates.

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18/11/2025

Speed Limits Changing Across Birmingham – Important Update

Birmingham has rolled out major speed limit reductions, with many 40mph roads being reduced to 30mph this year as part of a citywide safety programme.

Below is the full list of roads where limits will be changing:

📍 Roads Changing from 40mph ➝ 30mph

A34 Walsall Road
A34 Perry Barr Expressway
A34 Birchfield Road
A34 High Street – from Old Walsall Road to Old Park Walk (near Bartons Arms)

A4041 Queslett Road – near Hamble Road

A452 Chester Road North – from the roundabout junction with A4041 Queslett Road East (city boundary) to Greeenway Drive

A5127 Lichfield Road – south of Bishops Way to the roundabout at Warford Gap Road (city boundary)

Websters Way / Thimble End Road – from Reddicap Heath Road to Walmley Ash Road

Fox Hollies Road

A38 / B4148 Tyburn Road – from Salford Circus to Chester Road roundabout

B4148 Eachelhurst Road – from the railway bridge to the roundabout at A452 Chester Road

A38 Kingsbury Road – from Minworth Island (A4097 Kingsbury Road) to the junction with B4148 Tyburn Road

A4097 Kingsbury Road – from Wiggins Hill Road to the city boundary

📍 More Roads Changing to 30mph

A452 Chester Road – from the new mini-island on A452 Chester Road to the Castle Bromwich Interchange near Newport Road

B4147 Newport Road – from Castle Bromwich Interchange to the roundabout at Colehall Road

A47 Heartlands / Fort Parkway – from Spitfire Island to Saltley Viaduct roundabout

A47 Nechells Parkway – from the roundabout at B4132 Goodrick Way to the A4540 ring road

A4540 Ring Road (three sections):
• Dartmouth Circus → Spring Hill
• Spring Hill → Hockley Circus
• Hockley Circus → Dartmouth Circus

A455 Small Heath Highway – from the junction with Bolton Road to Heybarnes Circus

A45 Coventry Road / A45 New Coventry Road – from Haybarnes Circus to city boundary at Hatchford Brook

Monmouth Drive – from Jervons Road to Somerville Road

Welford Road – from the mini-roundabout at Harvest Fields Way to the A453 Birmingham Road

A441 Redditch Road – from Broad Park Road to the city boundary at Longbridge Lane

A38 Bristol Road South – eastbound: a specific section on the west side of Weoley Park Road

A4040 Middle Ring Road – various sections extending from the junction with Grove Lane

B4121 Wolverhampton Road South – from Hagley Road West to Tennal Road

A456 Hagley Road West – from Perry Hill Lane to Bearwood Road / Lordswood Road

A41 Hockley Flyover (Soho Hill to Hockley Hill) – from Key Hill to Soho Hill

Lindridge Road – from Rectory Road to Windy Hill Road

Redhill Road – from Redditch Road to the Birmingham city boundary

Walmley Ash Lane & Cottage Lane – junction from Walmley Ash Road to Hurst Green Road

Follow our page for Birmingham taxi licensing news, updates, guidance and support.

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16/11/2025

Common Questions Drivers Ask Us – Answered

We get a lot of questions from drivers every day. Here are some of the most common ones — and the answers to help you stay on top of the latest licensing information:

Q: How long are applications taking right now?
A: Birmingham City Council is currently processing applications with delays, renewals are getting processed 1-2 weeks before the expiry date and new plates should expect delays around 1 week.

Q: When should I renew my badge or vehicle licence?
A: We recommend starting 10 weeks before your expiry date to avoid delays or downtime, send your documents and we’ll do the rest.

Q: Can I use a keeper slip?
A: Yes — a keeper slip is accepted.
If you don’t have a logbook or keeper slip and you only have an invoice, the council will issue a 2-month temporary plate.

Q: How do I book my DBS or Medical?
A: We can guide you with links, booking details, and full support through the process.

Q: What if I’m not sure what application type to choose?
A: Send us a message — we’ll confirm the correct form and complete it for you.

What are the age limits for Birmingham vehicles?
A:
• Private Hire – New licence: Vehicle must be under 8 years old.
• Private Hire – Renewal: Vehicle must be under 12 years old.
• Hackney Carriage: Vehicle must be under 15 years old.

Age limits apply to the vehicle’s first registration date.

Q: Is a rear plate required on all Birmingham taxis?
A: Yes — all Hackney and Private Hire vehicles must display the rear plate at all times while working. As of now we have been advised that they have no door stickers in stock so when picking up your plates, you will not be given any stickers and will not be pulled over if stickers are not displayed, if you currently have them on please leave them on.

Q: Can I change my vehicle mid-licence?
A: Yes — but the licence cannot be transferred over to you the new vehicle, you will have to put in a new licence application.

Q: Can someone else drive my licensed vehicle?
A: Only if they hold a valid Birmingham badge.
Unlicensed drivers cannot drive a plated taxi — even for personal use. The other driver will have to be added onto the insurance and it will have to sent to the council.

Need help? We handle everything for you.
• Application forms completed
• Documents checked
• Forms submitted to Birmingham City Council
• Advice on tests, medicals, DBS & required documents
• Renewal reminders
• Full support via WhatsApp, Facebook or Email

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15/11/2025

Taxi & Private Hire Licensing Fees:

Hackney Carriage
• Driver – Grant (3 yrs): £277
• Driver – Renewal (3 yrs): £225
• Vehicle – Grant: £159
• Vehicle – Renewal: £142

Private Hire
• Driver – Grant (3 yrs): £277
• Driver – Renewal (3 yrs): £225
• Vehicle – Grant: £196
• Vehicle – Renewal: £179

• Lost Plates: £35
• Lost Badge: £35
• Change of Name/Address: £35
• Lost Paper Licence: £35

• Change of Vehicle Registration: £104
• Transfer of Vehicle Licence: £104

• Hackney Carriage Knowledge Folder: £50
• Hackney Carriage Knowledge Test: £150

For full details and any future changes, visit the Council website below:
https://www.birmingham.gov.uk/info/20083/general_licensing_applications/210/licensing_schedule_of_fees_and_charges/4

If anything changes, we’ll update you here!

Contact us:
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Licensing schedule of fees and charges current General Licensing application fees and charges covering Other Licences, Licensing Act 2003 and Gambling Act 2005

15/11/2025

Thinking of Becoming a Birmingham Taxi Driver? Here’s What New Drivers Need to Know

Starting your journey as a new taxi or private hire driver can feel confusing — especially with all the documents and tests required. We’re here to make the process simple and stress-free.

Whether you’re applying for your first-ever badge or restarting after years away, we can guide you through every step.

How we help:

• Guide you through every step of the new driver application
• Help you book your DBS, medical, driving test, knowledge test & disability awareness training
• Explain how to get each required document
• You send your documents to us via WhatsApp, email, or Facebook
• We complete and submit your application correctly
• We help you avoid delays and stay on track until your badge is approved

We do the hard work so you don’t have to.

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12/11/2025

Stay informed and never miss an update!
We share important news, renewal reminders, and helpful tips about Birmingham City Council taxi licensing.

👉 Follow our page for:
🚕 Step-by-step guidance on applications
📅 Renewal reminders
📢 Updates and changes from Birmingham City Council

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11/11/2025

Important: Badge Renewal Guidance for Birmingham Taxi Drivers

If your badge is due for renewal, now is the time to get prepared. Many drivers lose working days because they apply too late or make small mistakes that cause delays.

Remember: Birmingham City Council will ONLY renew your badge up to the expiry date of your DBS or Medical.
If either one expires sooner, your badge will only be issued until that date — not the full 3 years.

🕒 To avoid delays, we recommend starting your renewal 10 weeks before your expiry date.

✅ How We Make Badge Renewals Easy

We handle almost everything for you, so you don’t need to worry about the process:

- We complete the renewal application on your behalf
- We tell you exactly what documents we need
- You simply send us the documents via WhatsApp, Facebook, or email
- We help with your DBS and Medical dates so you know if they need updating
- We ensure your photo and documents meet council standards
- We submit the application correctly so you avoid delays
- We also send future reminders so you never miss a renewal again

You send the documents — we do the rest.
No stress. No confusion. No delays.

If you want help with your badge renewal, message us today:

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10/11/2025

Just a quick update for Birmingham City Council drivers:

It looks like new vehicle applications are currently around a week behind. Applications sent from 4th November are now starting to be processed.

If you’re planning to submit a new vehicle application it may take a little longer than usual, so it’s worth sending everything in as early as you can.

If you need help submitting your application, feel free to message the page or contact us on WhatsApp.

08/11/2025

Common mistakes that delay Birmingham City Council taxi applications

Many drivers experience delays because of avoidable errors. Here are the issues we see most often:

❌ Expired insurance uploaded

❌ MOT and Inspection report not within the 10-week period

❌ Vehicle age limits not checked
• New vehicles cannot be licensed after 8 years (PHV)
• Renewals cannot be licensed after 12 years (PHV)
• Hackney carriages cannot be licensed after 15 years

❌ Not all pages of the logbook (V5C) sent
You must provide both the front page and the second page showing owner/keeper details.

❌ Incorrect or unclear documents
Blurry or cut-off images cause immediate delays.

❌ Logbook or insurance not matching the driver
If the insurance is in another name, you need to provide a statement of fact or insurer confirmation.

❌ Applying too close to your licence expiry date

❌ Wrong application type selected
Always ensure you’re submitting the correct form for Driver or Vehicle.

We help drivers avoid these mistakes and submit everything correctly the first time, avoiding any delays in your application and allowing you to stay on the road.

If you need support or want us to manage the full process for you contact us:

📧 [email protected]
💬 WhatsApp: 07926 847701

07/11/2025

Helping Birmingham taxi drivers stay on top of their licensing.
We handle applications, reminders, documents and more — so you never miss a renewal again.
Message us on WhatsApp or Facebook for prices and support.

07/11/2025

Important DBS and Medical information for Birmingham Taxi Drivers

Birmingham City Council will only issue badges up to your medical or DBS expiry date.

They will not issue the full 3-year badge unless your DBS and medical expiry dates are close enough to expiring around the same time as the full 3 years.

To help with this, we now offer support with:

✅ Help booking medical appointments
✅ Help booking DBS appointments
✅ Explaining the process
✅ Answering any DBS or medical related

If you’re unsure where to go, how to book, or what you need — we can guide you through it.

For more information or help:
📧 [email protected]
💬 WhatsApp: 07926 847701

06/11/2025

For new vehicle grant applications:

We handle the full application process for you.
All you need to do is send your documents or photos through WhatsApp, Facebook, or Email, and we complete the application form on your behalf.

Documents required for a new vehicle application:
• Logbook (All pages)
• MOT certificate
• Inspection report
• Insurance certificate

Important insurance info:
• If the insurance is in another person’s name, you must provide a Statement of Fact or an email from the insurance company confirming the vehicle is not owned by the policyholder.

If you don’t have the logbook:
• Keeper slip can be used
• If you only have an invoice, the council will issue a 2-month temporary plate until your logbook arrives

For more information or help with your application:
📧 [email protected]
💬 WhatsApp: 07926 847701