Does removing topographical tests devalue the role of private hire drivers?
- Perry Richardson
- 32 minutes ago
- 2 min read

As licensing authorities continue to remove requirements like topographical testing for private hire vehicle (PHV) drivers, questions are being raised about the wider impact on the profession.
While the move may lower barriers to entry, some argue it risks devaluing the role of a PHV driver and could undermine efforts to improve pay, conditions and public perception of the job.