News - hackney

Changes to local hackney licences to make it easier for drivers to operate in the region

The National Transport Authority has unveiled its enhanced Local Area Hackney licence scheme, which aims to improve transport in rural communities that cannot support full-time taxi services.

Apr 8, 2026 13:10

Low application numbers for new pilot rural hackney scheme

3 applications have been received in Ballinalee while just 1 has gone through in Elphin.

Feb 1, 2023 17:21

Ballinalee resident believes new pilot hackney service will greatly benefit the area

Ballinalee man Jimmy Fox says local groups and businesses will greatly benefit from a reliable hackney service in the area.

Jan 11, 2023 13:30

New hackney pilot scheme launched in Elphin and Ballinalee

The scheme is intended to support areas without a full time taxi service, and the NTA are now seeking applications for drivers.

Jan 10, 2023 13:48

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