About Dial A Cab
There are six black cab licensed radio taxi circuits in
London, with a combined fleet of over 8000 vehicles, all
operating various forms of mobile communication technology and
services. We at Dial-a-Cab, with a present fleet of 2,500
mobiles, are the most advanced in this field, supported over
the past five years by very successful trading.
Dial-a-Cab have for many years enjoyed the reputation of being
the only licensed taxi firm in London to have a waiting list
for new driver membership. Such a list allows us to be
selective in who we chose. On acceptance all new applicants
must undergo a full days training at our multi purpose training
centre, which includes the functionality of the mobile computer
terminal, public relations, client expectations, working
procedures, dress code, disciplinary procedures and disability
awareness. Throughout our organisation we value politeness,
courtesy and promptness at all times. Not because that is what
the customer expects, but because this is what we believe each
and every customer deserves.
To become a London Taxi Driver, it can take up to four years
of driving all over London on a motorised bike, in all weather
conditions doing the 'knowledge', before obtaining the coveted
'green badge'. But before doing so, every applicant must first
satisfy the Public Carriage Office (PCO) as to their
suitability with regards, health, character and driving
skills.
The purpose built taxi is also under the strict control of
the PCO. Comprehensive annual inspections, pre-arranged or
random visits to where the taxi is garaged plus random checks
on taxi ranks, are undertaken by the PCO to check that all
London taxicabs are maintained in good mechanical order and
meet the desired standards of cleanliness and comfort. All of
which gives a good indication why London's licensed Taxicabs
and Drivers, with a history going back over 300 years rightly
claim to be best, the safest and most knowledgeable in the
World.
First time visitors to London not familiar with the laws
regarding hiring taxis, should be wary of the unscrupulous
methods of unlicensed mini cabs if you are approached off the
street (which is illegal) or if one is booked for you by a
disreputable hotel doorman etc. All licensed London taxis are
fitted with a government controlled taxi meter, which shows the
fare payable at the end of each journey. Inside the passenger
area is a chart displaying night and holiday charges. Also in
the drivers area is a copy of the drivers insurance.
Contact Details:
Address:
Owner Drivers Radio Taxi Service Ltd
Dial-a-Cab House
39-47 East Road
London N1 6AH
Telephone Booking Number:
020 7253 5000
Email Booking:
Ebook@dialacab.co.uk
Website:
www.dialacab.co.uk
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