Advertising companies, such as Yell and Google, class taxi and private hire businesses under the same category, as many people regard them as the same. We operate as private hire; essentially we are not available for immediate bookings in the street or at a taxi rank. That type of cab is a Hackney Carriage. We are licensed by Southend Council, insured, the vehicle meets high standards of safety and is in excellent condition. Our driver has regular medicals and enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service checks.