The taxi driver dress code sets a standard that provides a positive image of the licensed Hackney Carriage and private hire trade in Greater Manchester, promoting public and driver safety.
Dress standard
- All clothing must be in good condition and the driver must keep good standards of personal hygiene
- as a minimum standard while working, male drivers should wear;
- trousers or knee length shorts
- shirt, t-shirt or polo shirt which has a full body and short or long sleeves
- exceptions related to faith or disability are accepted
- as a minimum standard while working, female drivers should wear:
- trousers or knee length shorts or skirt
- shirt, blouse, t-shirt or polo shirt which has a full body and short or long sleeves
- a dress
- exceptions related to faith or disability are accepted.
- footwear should fit securely around the toe and heel.
Examples of unacceptable standard of dress
- Clothing that is unclean, ripped or damaged
- clothing that displays words or graphics that are offensive or suggestive in nature
- sportswear, such as football or rugby kits, including team shirts or beachwear, although tracksuits are acceptable
- sandals with no heel straps, flip flops or any other footwear that is not secure around the heel
- wearing a hood or other type of clothing that may obscure the driver's vision or identity.
Uniforms
Some private hire operators have uniformed drivers. We recognise the positive image that uniforms can create. This dress code does not require a licensed driver to wear a distinct uniform. We acknowledge that many private hire and hackney carriage companies do require licensed drivers to wear appropriate corporate branded uniform. This is a practice that we would encourage licensed drivers to support.