As a private hire cab driver I work for a private hire taxi company which take pre-bookings over the phone. Uber – The Uber drivers in Thurrock can be spotted with their “diamond disc” in the rear/front windows. So why don’t the Uber drivers get registered with Thurrock Council and get a badge with Thurrock Council? Thurrock Council – Licensed badge – To just apply for a private hire license is £120 a year. If you want more information please look up the group on Facebook “Thurrock Licensed Taxi and Cab Drivers”.