Minicab law & safety

May 24, 2010  |   Posted by :   |   Portfolio   |   Comments Off»

Taking a minicab is one of the quickest and most pleasant ways of getting around London, but there are one or two things to be aware of to make you experience safe and enjoyable. Unlike taxis, private minicabs more often than not look like ordinary cars, and with over 49,000 of them in London, the following advice should help you distinguish the good from the bad .

- Did you know that all minicab journeys that have not been booked beforehand by phone, over the internet or at a minicab office are illegal? Always book beforehand and don’t be tempted to organise travel directly through a driver.

-All legal, professional private minicab companies (like Kew Cars) must be registered with the Public Carriage Office. Drivers should have their license on display at all times.

- Private cars that tout for business outside of pubs and clubs are breaking the law. If you need transportaiton after a night out, carry our number (0208 568 666) or text Cabwise to receive the number of two nearby licensed minicab firms.

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Lunar cars Ltd (company no 3520115 registered in England and Wales ) t/a Kew Cars. Registered office 61, Kew Bridge Road, TW8 0EW. Vat Registration No 720 6356 55 Licensed by Transport for London London Taxi & Private Hire 4th floor, Palestra, 197, Blackfriars Road, London SE18NJ. Licence No 01402