You are planning to use a horse-drawn carriage to give sightseeing rides in a town centre all year round, including in wet and windy weather. What must you do before applying for a local authority licence to carry passengers?

Explanation

Highway Code Rule 47 states that horse-drawn vehicles used on the highway should follow the Department for Transport’s Code of Practice for Horse-Drawn Vehicles. This includes a road driving assessment and comprehensive safety checks to ensure the carriage and its fittings are safe and in good working order. These standards may be required by a local authority before granting a licence to operate a passenger-carrying service, regardless of weather conditions.