Can a driver refuse an assistance dog?

Licensed drivers generally must carry assistance dogs except in narrow medical-exemption cases. Report refusals to the council.

Do all taxis take wheelchairs?

No. Ask for a WAV. Describe whether you stay in the wheelchair or transfer.

Risca · Taxi

Accessible taxis in Risca

Station to high street — book a door drop, not the rank.

Risca WAV — book ahead for station pickups; the hop to the high street is short but the streets are tight, so confirm a door drop rather than the rank.

Source: GOV.UK — Accessible taxis and Equality Act duties · Checked: 2026-10-01 · Passengers needing accessible vehicles in Risca, Wales

Book WAV

Say wheelchair / assistance needs up front

Assistance dogs

Licensed drivers have legal duties

What to know

Book the right vehicle

Say you need a wheelchair-accessible vehicle (or other assistance) when you book. A standard saloon may not take a wheelchair.

Rank vs book

Some ranks in larger towns have WAVs; supply varies. In Risca, booking ahead is safer than hoping the next cab fits.

Rights and complaints

Drivers of listed WAVs have duties around wheelchair users and assistance dogs under equality law. If something goes wrong, complain to the licensing council and keep the plate number / booking reference.

Also know

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Common questions

Can a driver refuse an assistance dog?: Licensed drivers generally must carry assistance dogs except in narrow medical-exemption cases. Report refusals to the council.
Do all taxis take wheelchairs?: No. Ask for a WAV. Describe whether you stay in the wheelchair or transfer.

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