Apply for a private hire operator's licence
Operator licences are attached to the premises. If a business moves or is sold a new operator licence needs to be applied for.
Transport contract opportunities with Kirklees Council
Kirklees Transport Team organise home to school transport for children with special educational needs and disabilities, and transport requirement for a number of other Council services. We tender long term transport routes, and also have short term and emergency requirements. Taxi and minibus operators/drivers are contracted to deliver this service, and we welcome new applications throughout the year.
If you are interested in applying to become an Approved Operator or Approved Driver, please contact the Transport Team for further information:
- Kirklees Transport Team
- Phone 01484 221000 Ext 71309
- Email school.transport@kirklees.gov.uk
How to apply
- Complete the application form
- Applicants not already licenced with Kirklees Council will need to carry out the DBS procedure
- DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) guidance
Clock Completing this form takes around 30 minutes
Paperclip All applicants must attend the office in person, to make an appointment call 01484 456868
Fees
| Licence type | Price |
|---|---|
| Up to 2 vehicles - 1 year licence | £95.00 |
| Up to 2 vehicles - 5 year licence | £454.00 |
| 3 vehicles and over - 1 year licence | £231.50 |
| 3 vehicles and over - 5 year licence | £1166.00 |
Conditions
Contact Licensing
- Kirklees Licensing Service
- Address Huddersfield Customer Service Centre, Civic Centre 3, Market Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2EY
- Phone 01484 456868
- Email licensing@kirklees.gov.uk