Taxis and private hire

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Apply for a drivers' licence. Appeal a refused application.

Apply for a private hire operator's licence. Current operators.

License your vehicle. Tell us about damage to your vehicle.

Complain about a taxi or driver, or praise the service you have received.

Suitable for renewal and annual tests only. New applications, replacement vehicles and re-test appointments must be booked by contacting the Taxi Licensing Team (0191) 643 2165 or e-mail taxi.licensing@northtyneside.gov.uk