Commentary on Sections Part 12: Disabled Persons: Transport Chapter 1: Taxis, etc. Effect
549.This section permits a licensing authority in England and Wales to exempt a driver of a taxi from the duties contained in section 168 if it is satisfied that the driver cannot carry an assistance dog on medical grounds, or that the vehicle is not suitable for the carriage of assistance dogs.
550.The exemption certificate must be displayed on the taxi.