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28/10/2014
New Test For Taxi Drivers Introduced
A test for new taxi drivers is to be introduced later this week, it has been announced.
From 31 October, new taxi drivers will be required to pass a Taxi Driver Theory and Practical Driving Test, the DOE has said.
The test will affect new entrants to the industry.
In a statement, a spokesperson for the DOE explained: "The tests are being introduced to ensure that potential taxi drivers can demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge of the responsibilities of a professional taxi driver and the ability to drive a taxi in a safe and competent manner.
"Periodic training for taxi drivers will be introduced from September 2015. From this date taxi drivers will be required to complete periodic training at an approved training centre."
(JP/CD)
From 31 October, new taxi drivers will be required to pass a Taxi Driver Theory and Practical Driving Test, the DOE has said.
The test will affect new entrants to the industry.
In a statement, a spokesperson for the DOE explained: "The tests are being introduced to ensure that potential taxi drivers can demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge of the responsibilities of a professional taxi driver and the ability to drive a taxi in a safe and competent manner.
"Periodic training for taxi drivers will be introduced from September 2015. From this date taxi drivers will be required to complete periodic training at an approved training centre."
(JP/CD)
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