A Worksop taxi company is helping to recruit much needed additional drivers in the district thanks to a streamline pre-licensing process, supported by Bassetlaw District Council.
A fast-track application event was held by Worksop taxi operator 6Five2’s to help prospective drivers undertake all the pre-licensing checks that need to be completed as part of the application process to drive licensed vehicles.
The Council’s Licensing department was also on hand to provide information and guidance, while drivers were also able to complete their Knowledge Test with an overall pass rate of 89% on the day.
Following the event, 29 new taxi drivers are in the pipeline and are just a few weeks away from being Bassetlaw District Council licensed drivers, which will help create more transport options across the district.
Denice Davis, Director at 6Five2’s Worksop said: “I am pleased and proud to say we are supporting these people in making an application to the council to become licensed drivers, this has truly been a team effort for all involved.
“The company’s core values are that by licensing drivers and vehicles from the Bassetlaw area, we are helping the local economy to thrive. We want our drivers to provide a high-quality service to local residents and people visiting the district. We also want to work closely with the council to create a safe environment for the community.”
The licensing streamlining event supported drivers with ID checks, application forms, booking DBS checks and safeguarding tests, group two medicals, and driver assessments. It’s hoped further fast track application events will be organised in the future.
Cllr Josie Potts, Chair of Licensing at Bassetlaw District Council said: “We are delighted to be able to support this work to speed up driver licensing applications whilst still promoting and ensuring public safety.
“The addition of more taxi drivers will provide more transport options for residents and hopefully increase the availability of licensed vehicles across the district.”
Last Updated on Monday, December 9, 2024