Taxicard Scheme
The Taxicard Scheme allows people with permanent and severe mobility difficulties, who are unable to use public transport (i.e. a bus) and who have no other means of transport, to travel by taxi at reduced fares.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can apply for a Taxicard?
You can apply for a Taxicard if you are permanently resident in Angus, aged over 2 and are unable to use ordinary bus service, and
- are registered blind, or
- have a severe and permanent disability, or
- have an acquired brain injury and the application is supported by the acquired brain injury worker
However you will not qualify for a Taxicard if any of the following applies to you:
- are in receipt of a Mobility Component of Disability Living Allowance
- are in receipt of a War Pensioners Mobility Supplement
- are a holder of a Disabled Person's Parking Badge (Blue Badge) and have ready and regular access to a vehicle. (If you have a Blue Badge but do not have ready and regular access to a vehicle you may qualify for a Taxicard if none of the other disqualifications appy to you.)
- are the driver of a car
- are the holder of a Scotland Wide Free Bus Pass
- are able to use ordinary bus services
These exceptions do not apply if the applicant is blind. In which case they can have a Taxicard, Blue Badge and bus pass.
(Please note the scheme has a waiting list and your application may be placed on this depending on demand.)
Download the Taxicard application form and guidelines (36 KB PDF)
When can I use the Taxicard?
The Taxicard can be used at any time day or night, any day of the year but you must book in advance.
What can I use the Taxicard for?
You can use the Taxicard for any purpose, for example, visiting friends, going shopping or going to the doctors.
Where can I go?
You can go anywhere in Angus with your Taxicard. You can also travel to Alyth, Blairgowrie, Coupar Angus and Dundee.
What will it cost me to use the Taxicard scheme?
Taxicard holders will pay 50% of the fare for every journey made under the scheme, as long as the total amount on the meter is no more than £10.
For fares over £10, the Taxicard holder will pay £5 plus the amount on the meter over £10.
Can friends travel with me?
You can take up to three friends with you, one will travel free but any others will pay 50p each.
They must travel to and from the same place as you.
Who do I contact for further information?
Welfare Rights Service
Angus Council
Social Work and Health
Carseview Office
Carseview Road
Forfar DD8 3BT
Telephone: ACCESSLine 08452 777 778
Download the Taxicard application form and guidelines (36 KB PDF)
Service Page: taxicard.htm
Service Details Last Reviewed : 23 April 2013
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