Scottish Government Taxi and Private Hire Driver and Operator Support Fund 2022
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Rona Burns
Date Posted:
January 10, 2022
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The Scottish Government Taxi and Private Hire Driver and Operator Support Fund 2022 will provide a one-off payment to eligible drivers and operators in Scotland who have been affected by the coronavirus (COVID-19) restrictions in December 2021 and January 2022.
Am I eligible?
If you are a licensed taxi or private hire driver who received support through the Taxi Driver and Private Hire Vehicle Driver Support Fund in 2021 and you are still active in the sector, you may be eligible for a grant.
If you are a licensed taxi or private hire operator who received support through the Taxi Driver and Private Hire Vehicle Driver Support Fund in 2021, and you are still active in the sector, you may be eligible for a grant.
How much will I receive?
For drivers, local authorities will make a further payment of £750 to all eligible drivers who previously received a grant through the Taxi and Private Hire Driver and Operator Support Fund in 2021.
For operators, local authorities will make a payment to all eligible operators who previously received a grant through the Taxi and Private Hire Driver and Operator Support Fund in 2021. The amount you receive will depend on the number of vehicles you have:
- owner/operators with one vehicle – a single award of £750
- owner/operators with 2 to 9 vehicles – a single award of £3,000
- owner/operators with 10 to 49 vehicles – a single award of £7,000
- owner/operators with 50 or more vehicles – a single award of £15,000
How do I apply?
You do not need to apply as your local authority will contact you directly.
How long does this take?
Local authorities will contact all eligible vehicle licence holders “shortly” to verify eligibility and arrange payment.
The information in this blog provides only an overview of Scottish Government guidance and legislation in force at the date of publication and no action should be taken without consulting the detailed Scottish Government guidance and legislation or seeking professional advice. Therefore no responsibility for loss occasioned by any person acting or refraining from action as a result of the material contained in this blog can be accepted by the firm.
