Welcome to Acorn Leasing
Would you like to drive for the biggest taxi company in Portsmouth?
A private hire driver is self-employed and consists of either working days, nights or full time, the choice is yours once you are ready to start. A private hire badge is required to lease one of our vehicles. To obtain a badge you will need the following requirements requested by the Portsmouth City Council Licensing Department:
| · | Approval and signature of a taxi operator |
| · | Undergo a medical by your own GP |
| · | A drug test is needed which is carried out at the Licencing Dept, Civic Office, Guildhall. |
| · | Two references from people who have known you for at least 3 years (not relatives, partners or someone in the taxi industry) |
| · | That you have held a full current driving licence for at least 12 months |
| · | You have an adequate knowledge of Portsmouth, as you will have to take a geography test |
| · | A Police check by the criminal records bureau |
OUR SERVICES
Most of us rely on our cars every day, more so in the taxi industry.
Once your car is at Acorn it enjoys the commitment of skilled mechanics, so whether it's the replacement of a bulb or a major service your car is treated to the best care around.
The Workshop is fully equipped with trained mechanics and the latest computer diagnostics equipment. All garage staff are totally committed to a quality service in every respect. Their aim is customer satisfaction and the highest standards at competitive prices.
LATEST NEWS
August 15th 2011
The second phase of our recruitment initiative has been implemented.