Taxis
All black taxis take wheelchairs and should provide a ramp designed to carry most manual and powered wheelchairs. A seatbelt is provided to fit over the wheelchair to secure it during the journey.
An extra step and swivel seat are also available in black taxis to make getting in and out of the taxi easier. Taxi drivers will assist both wheelchair and non-wheelchair users getting in and out of the car if it is safe to do so.
Taxi drivers must accept guide dogs and are trained to recognise them, so guide dogs must have their harness and tags displayed.
Minicabs
Minicabs are usually saloon cars, which are not wheelchair-accessible, but if you can transfer from your wheelchair into the car, most will take a folded-up wheelchair in the boot. However, it's best to specify that you will be travelling with a wheelchair when making your booking. Some minicab companies will be able to provide larger cars to accommodate your wheelchair.
To find licensed minicab companies with wheelchair-accessible cars, visit taxis - find a ride (www.tfl.gov.uk/tfl/gettingaround/findaride/).
For more information on accessibility in Britain, visit our People with physical & sensory needs section.