What is a Public Service Vehicle (PSV)?
A vehicle adapted to carry more than eight passengers which is used for carrying passengers for hire or reward is a public service vehicle (PSV), regardless as to whether it is operated under a permit or a licence.
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Operator licensing Reference Guide
- Operator licensing
- What is Hire & Reward?
- What is the legal definition of a minibus?
- What is a Public Service Vehicle (PSV)?
- Minibus operations and road safety policy
- Limosines & operator licensing
- Who can legally drive our minibus?
- Drivers Hours
- Tachographs
- Traffic Commissioners
- VOSA (Vehicle & Operator Services Agency)
- How do we keep our minibus in a safe and roadworthy condition?
- What is corporate manslaughter?
- Where can I find legal advice from a specialised transport solicitor?
- Minibus Support Advice helpline











