All new & existing applicants are required to meet the new B1 English Test for PCO Licence to obtain the PCO Licence from the Transport for London (TFL). Transport for London (TFL) has announced that all new applicants, and existing private hire drivers applying to renew their licence for the first time since the introduction of this new requirement, must now meet the equivalent of a B1 English language (B1 English Test) requirement. B1 English Test for PCO Licence will cover all four skills Writing, Reading, Listening and Speaking Assessments. 
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The private hire regulations have recently changed and included a new English language Test requirement to apply for PCO (Public Carriage Office) Licence. The new requirement means, from 2020 you will have to provide TfL with evidence to prove that you can communicate in English. 

This will have to be done by providing an English language certificate with B1 level of English on the CEFR (Common European Framework). This is an internationally recognised qualification.

It is essential for public safety that all PCO licensed drivers can communicate in English at an appropriate level (B1). Communicating with passengers to discuss a route, or fare, as well as reading, understanding and being able to respond to important regulatory, safety and travel information.

Module Covered in the B1 English Test for PCO Licence: 
• Writing Assessment
• Reading Assessment
• Listening Assessment
• Speaking Assessments

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