555.This section permits a licensing authority in England and Wales to exempt a driver of a private hire vehicle from the duties contained in section 170 if it is satisfied that the driver cannot carry an assistance dog because of a medical condition, or that the vehicle is not suitable for the carriage of assistance dogs.
556.The exemption certificate must be displayed on the private hire vehicle.
Commentary on Sections Part 12: Disabled Persons: Transport Chapter 1: Taxis, etc. Effect