Havant Borough Council is responsible for the licensing and regulation of hackney carriages (taxis) and private hire vehicles within the Council's district. Further information on each licence can be found on our website

Consultation on proposed taxi and private hire licensing fees

Havant Borough Council reviews and consults on it’s taxi and private hire licensing fees on a yearly basis. The notice outlays the proposed fees as from 01 April 2025.

Any objections to the proposed variation should be sent in writing to the Environmental Health Manager at either licensing@havant.gov.uk or Public Service Plaza, Civic Centre Road, Havant, PO9 2AX, to reach them on or before 14 February 2025.

Notice of proposed fees 17.01.2025 (pdf 29.6kb)

Hackney Carriage and Private Hire Licensing Policy

The Council’s revised Hackney Carriage and Private Hire Licensing Policy was adopted on 20 September 2023 by Full Council. The revised policy introduces changes to the licensing process for drivers, vehicles and operators, and therefore applicants and current licensees are encouraged to read the policy and guidance notes carefully.