We are committed to providing the highest possible quality of life for the people of Huntingdonshire. It will be a place which attracts employers and visitors and somewhere residents are proud to call home. We will be evidence-based, responsive and support the foundations of a good life.
This includes personal independence, prosperity, social connection, community and good health. An estimated 16% of the population were disabled in 2021, with 6% stating their day-to-day activities were limited a lot.
In keeping with this commitment and in line with the amendments made by the Taxi and Private Hire Vehicles (Disabled Persons) Act 2022 to the Equality Act 2010, the council has published a Designated List of Wheelchair Accessible Vehicles licensed within the district.
The list will be updated monthly and will provide the following information:
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The make and model of the vehicle
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The licence number of the vehicle
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Whether the vehicle is a hackney carriage or private hire vehicle
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Whether the vehicle is suitable for reference only wheelchairs or suitable for large mobility aids
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Where consent has been given, the name and contact of the private hire operator or hackney carriage licence holder.
The list of Wheelchair Accessible Vehicles licensed within the district will be available in due course.
Further guidance
The Department for Transport has published statutory guidance which provides comprehensive information regarding the duties on drivers of designated vehicles, as well as private hire operators.