Blackpool
North WestE06000009Population 144,191201 mi to LondonDfT ref 1 Apr 2026
Blackpool requires no English assessment.
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DfT survey · 1 Apr 2026- Driver licenceNot set
- DBS checkNot setThrough the council. Then stay on the DBS update service.
- Knowledge testNot setBlackpool requires topographical knowledge: local roads and places.
- TrainingNot setDisability awareness and safeguarding, both required.
- English assessment: not required£0
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DfT survey · 1 Apr 2026Operators to drive for37
Market sizeLarge
1,029 licensed drivers. 76th largest of 284.
Private hire fleet up 57% since 2013
341 in 2013, 537 today.
To drive for a Blackpool operator, you need a Blackpool licence. The journeys can be anywhere.
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