Tax conditionality

Taxi drivers, private hire operators and scrap metal dealers

This is supported by a new digital service, being developed by HMRC. It helps people in following industries to complete a new tax check -

  • taxi
  • private hire
  • scrap metal

Most people are registered to pay tax, and this is about ensuring everyone pays the tax they should, creating a level playing field for the compliant majority.

HMRC are working with industry bodies to make this as straightforward as possible.

The check should take a few minutes every few years and is simply to confirm that someone is appropriately registered for tax.

You’ll need to complete a tax check when you renew your licence as a -

  • driver of a taxi or hackney carriage
  • driver of a private hire vehicle and dual licences
  • private hire vehicle operator
  • scrap metal dealer mobile collector
  • scrap metal dealer site

Refer to the Tax Check Factsheet so you understand what is required as this will apply to all renewals and new applicants.

Further information can be found via gov.uk.