Taxis and mini-cabs

Here are some important safety tips for using taxis and mini-cabs. 

• Know what you are getting into – always pre-book a licenced taxi or minicab.
• Use reputable licenced providers. There are many good apps you can use.
• Make sure you know the make, model and registration number of the vehicle you are expecting to pick you up.
• If you use a company such as Uber or Bolt where you receive details of the car licence plate number and driver information beforehand, take a screenshot and send to a friend or family member.
• When it arrives, do not immediately give your name but check the driver knows your name and where you are going before you get in.
• Always sit in the back of a vehicle.
• Do not accept any form of food or drink from a taxi/mini cab driver.
• Read Unite Students tips on ‘How to get a safe taxi home in the UK’.

Who to call when you feel unsafe

Our Security Control Room

Please call our security team on:

• general contact number - 020 8240 4335
• emergency number - 020 8240 4060.

Police and authorities

Please call the police on:

• non-emergencies - 101
• emergencies - 999 (do not be afraid to call this number in emergencies).