Waste and Recycling Collections – Bank Holiday Change

Because of the Bank Holiday on Monday 25 August, all kerbside waste and recycling collections will take place one day later than usual between Monday 25 and Friday 29 August. Collections will return to normal from Monday 1 September.

Check your collection day

New driver licence - Private Hire and Hackney Carriage

Information about obtaining a drivers licence and how to apply online.

Apply to drive a Private Hire or Hackney Carriage vehicle.

To apply for a licence to drive either a private hire or hackney carriage vehicle you should read our guidance document to understand the relevant process and the stages.

Apply to drive a Private Hire or Hackney Carriage vehicle

Application process

You must submit your application online. Applications submitted any other way will not be accepted by the Council after the 14 July 2025.

The information you need to have before you submit your application is listed below.

WARNING! Incomplete applications will be rejected. A face to face interview and the completion of a knowledge test will be arranged during the application process.

You must have:

  • The right to work in the UK.
  • A UK driving licence.
  • Been licensed to drive a car for at least 3 years;

What you will need to submit with your application

Frequently Asked Questions