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We have come across a website that sells Driver Shields which Private Hire Drivers some protection from Passengers in rear and front car.
We thought we would let drivers know about this product so they make their own inquiries from the supplier.
As the weeks go by and things start improving drivers may wish to have something like this fitted.
Website: https://www.drivershields.co.uk/
Email: info@drivershields.co.uk
Phone Number: (01702) 479872
Taxi Drivers and other self employed citizens will receive help from the UK government during the Pandemic Crisis
The Chancellor has announced a Grant very similar to that awarded to regular employees recently.
247 Cars is explaining the process in very simple terms to it’s drivers below.
To be Eligible for the Grant You have to:
Be Self Employed already with a 2019 Self Assessment Form
Earn Less Than £50,000 per year
What if I became self employed last week?
You cannot apply for this Grant as It maybe very difficult to work out your income.
Limited Company Owners CANNOT apply for this Grant. This means 247 Cars owners will not receive any help.
I missed Jan 2020 Self Assessment Deadline Can I still apply?
You have 30 days to get your Tax return submitted and then you can still apply.
How will Grant be worked out?
Amount claimable will based on 80% of average PROFIT over your last three tax returns
At least half your income needs to be from self employment.
Whats The Maximum amount I can get?
You can get up to £2500 per month for 3 months initially
The Grant is Taxable and needs to be declared on your next Tax Return.
When can I get the Grant?
The target for getting Grant paid to you is the beginning of June 2020
Grant will be backdated to 1st March 2020 and paid into your bank account.
How do I apply for the Grant?
You do not have to apply, HMRC will contact you if you are eligible.
A simple form will have to be submitted online.
Can I carry on working if I get the Grant?
Yes, self employed taxi drivers CAN carry on working unlike regular employees who cannot
A SEMI-LOCKDOWN HAS BEEN ANNOUNCED FOR THE NEXT 3 WEEKS
247 CARS DRIVERS ARE ALLOWED TO CONTINUE TO WORK AS THE UK GOVERNMENT DID NOT BAN TRAVELLING TO OR FROM WORK OR STOP PUBLIC TRANSPORT WHICH WE ARE PART OF.
OPERATORS WILL BE ASKING NUMBER OF PASSENGERS AND EXPLAIN ONLY 1 PASSENGER WILL BE CARRIED SO WE DON’T BREAK THE “2 PERSON GATHERING RULE”
WE ALSO PROMISE TO PAY ALL DRIVERS THEIR CARD PAYMENTS EVERY WEEK FOR THE FORESEEABLE FUTURE AS LONG AS YOU FILL OUT THIS FORM BY CLICKING https://bit.ly/2Uv8xgF
After the Latest UK Government Announcement
What is Allowed:
1. Shopping
2.Exercise once a day
3. Medical Reasons
4. Travel To & From Work
What Is Not Allowed:
5. Gatherings of more than 2 people
6. Weddings, Baptisms etc Funerals are still ok
What Can Stay Open
7. Parks Open, but no gatherings
What Has To Close
8. Non Essential shops/Premises to close i.e electrical stores, clothes shops, Mosques, Churches, Temples etc
Our understanding of this is that a taxi driver’s To and From Work is what it is and so taxi drivers are allowed to continue
AS THE GOVERNMENT HAS STATED THIS IS A RAPIDLY CHANGING SITUATION AND IS CONSTANTLY BEING REVIEWED AND WE WILL UPDATE FURTHER IF ANYTHING DEVELOPS.
247 Cars have always had a disaster management plan for the type of scenario we are all facing today. As you all know our operations spread over more than one office in more than one country; so we are more than used to organising remote working.
We already have one UK operator in self-isolation at home.
It is possible Watery Lane MAY close temporarily if further base staff are affected.
Can all drivers please store the Driver Support number 01922664671 to their mobiles.
Option 1 is to pay your rent or you can ring 01902916932 driver payment line and we would advise all drivers to register a debit or credit card so you are able to pay if Watery Lane is not available.
Our managers will be available via phone throughout this crisis and as many of you can see today, we are very busy. It is possible to have busy days and earn your money even during this crisis.
We urge you all to be safe, clean your surfaces after every journey and encourage customers to sit in the back towards the near side door.