The taxi and private hire trade is the lifeblood of the UK’s transport network. From the iconic Black Cabs of London to the private hire fleets connecting rural communities, thousands of drivers rely on their badges to support their families. However, this industry is also one of the most heavily regulated in the country. Drivers oper

  The taxi and private hire trade is the lifeblood of the UK’s transport network. From the iconic Black Cabs of London to the private hire fleets connecting rural communities, thousands of drivers rely on their badges to support their families. However, this industry is also one of the most heavily regulated in the country. Drivers oper

  The taxi and private hire trade is the lifeblood of the UK’s transport network. From the iconic Black Cabs of London to the private hire fleets connecting rural communities, thousands of drivers rely on their badges to support their families. However, this industry is also one of the most heavily regulated in the country. Drivers oper

  Driving Without Insurance (Section 143 RTA 1988) is a "strict liability" offence. This means your intent does not matter. The court does not care if you thought you were insured. It does not care if it was an honest mistake. If you were driving a vehicle on a road and no valid policy was in force, you are guilty. The penalty is s

  It’s late at night. You’ve been pulled over, arrested on suspicion of drink driving, and now you are sitting in a police station, feeling a mix of fear, confusion, and anxiety. The custody sergeant informs you of your right to legal advice, and you are allowed one phone call. You pull out your phone and your first instinct is to