Taxicard is a scheme in London that gives cheaper travel for disabled people who cannot easily use public transport. People with MS who have mobility or cognitive issues could get a Taxicard.

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Taxicard holders can take door to door journeys in licensed London taxis and private hire vehicles. Taxicards can be used any time - 24 hours a day, 365 days of the year.

 

How much discount does a Taxicard give?

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Each London borough can choose how much discount a Taxicard gives.

A Taxicard from Harrow Council gives up to £8.30 off the cost of the taxi. The minimum fare is £3.50.

Other London boroughs give different amounts off taxi journeys.

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Is there a limit to how many trips you can take?

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It is also up to each London borough what limits the Taxicard has.

From 1 April 2014 there is a maximum of 40 trips per year for Taxicards from Harrow Council.

 

How do you get a Taxicard?

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Taxicards are for people who have difficulties with mobility (including breathing problems and sight loss). People with MS who live in Harrow might be able to get a Taxicard if both of these are true:

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• if you have mobility issues

• you have difficulty using public transport

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Or, if any of these are true, you can automatically get a Taxicard:

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• you already get the higher rate mobility component of Disability Living Allowance (DLA) or Personal Independence Payment (PIP)

• you are registered blind

• you already get the War Pensioner’s Mobility Supplement

To find out if you can get one, apply for a Taxicard:

• If you live in Harrow, visit the Harrow Taxicard application page.

• If you live any other part of London, visit the London Taxicard page and use the link for your borough.