Council services
Licences - hackney carriages (taxis): Outline
The Hackney Carriage Office is responsible for the licensing of all Hackney Carriage (Taxis) and Private Hire Car Vehicles, as well as the drivers of all such vehicles. Private Hire Car Operators also require a Licence.
It is an offence to carry out Taxi or Hire Car activities without first obtaining a licence.
Further Information
Contact: Environmental Health, Trading Standards & Licensing
Email: council@southend.gov.uk
Telephone: 01702 215005
Civic Centre, Victoria Avenue, Southend-on-Sea, Essex, SS2 6ER