As announced over a year ago by Transport for London (TfL) the Taxi Driver SERU test will be starting from 1st October 2025.
The requirement to complete the SERU (Safety, Equality and Regulatory Understanding) was introduce for Private Hire Drivers in 2021 and it will now be a requirement for Black Taxi drivers as well. This is to align with the Department for Transport’s (DfT’s) Statutory standards.
All existing licensed black taxi drivers and any new applicants will be required to take the black taxi SERU assessment at TfL’s 14 Pier Walk offices.
How many questions are on the Black Taxi SERU test?
The test will have approximately 36 to 37 questions and drivers will get 45 minutes to take the test. To pass the Taxi Driver SERU test, drivers will need to get 60% of more. The price is the same as the PHV SERU test, which is £36 and then £16 for re-sit if required.
What does the Black Taxi SERU test cover?
The subjects covered will be in the Black Taxi SERU handbook. It is similar to the PHV driver’s handbook but has additional information that is tailored for Black Taxi drivers.
Here are some of the topics covered in the Black Taxi SERU Test:
- Fares and payments
- Equality and disability awareness
- Safeguarding
- Driver and passenger safety
- Stopping and waiting regulations
- Licensing requirements and rules
Black Taxi Driver SERU Handbook
Here is the official SERU handbook from TfL – Download Black Taxi SERU handbook
You can also read it online at www.taxidriverhandbook.co.uk
How to book the Black Taxi Driver SERU test?
New drivers will need to take the Taxi Driver SERU test at the end of the Knowledge of London process, and this can be booked when they attend for their Knowledge of London appearances at the TfL assessment centre. Existing drivers will get an invite from TfL via email and post.
All existing Black taxi drivers will need to pass their Black Taxi SERU test before they renew their licence.
The best way to prepare for the Black taxi driver SERU test is to read the Taxi Driver Handbook.
