Check prom limos are licensed warn councils

February 21, 2011 By Carl Wheeler
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Check your school prom is properly licensed, that’s the warning being issued to school head teachers and parents ahead of the upcoming prom season.

Last year spot checks on limousines and chauffeurs were carried out up and down the country, with a number of unlicensed operators being uncovered. As well as uncovering unlicensed drivers and limos, the on the spot checks also found that some companies were providing onboard alcohol to under 18’s.

Since October 2009, all limos carrying over 8 passengers must carry a special Certificate of Initial Fitness (COIF) licence. So if you’re planning to hire a large hummer vehicle or party buss for example, you’d be well advised to check with your limo hire company to clarify whether or not your prom vehicle carries a COIF licence.

As well as special licenses for limos carrying over 8 passengers, in 2006 it became a legal requirement for all limos used for public hire to carry a licence.

Local councils also issue licences for limo chauffeurs to ensure all drivers have the correct licence to driver a limousine and that they are physically fit. In addition to this, the council will also screen all drivers using the Criminal Records Bureau to check for any previous convictions.

The advice being given to anyone planning to hire a limo for the prom season is to book with a reputable company, and to ask for proof that both the limo and the chauffeur are properly licensed.

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School prom limo hire bookings on the up in Cardiff

February 11, 2010 By Trudi Johnson

Party Bus Limos are proving a popular choice for prom dates in Cardiff

One of the UK’s biggest providers of limo hire, Limo Broker, have reported a surge in bookings for school  proms in the Cardiff area. The craze for American style high school proms is gaining momentum year on year and is fast becoming one of the most popular occasions for limo hire.

Cardiff seems to become something of a Mecca for Welsh proms with many schools from outside the city, from Newport, the Valleys, Bridgend, and Caerphilly, all choosing to hold their proms venues in Cardiff. With so many prom-goers travelling from outside the area into Cardiff, there’s been a rise in the number of bookings for chauffeur driven limos and party buses.

Party buses for schools proms in Cardiff have been a very popular option this year, as most have the capacity to carry more passengers than an average Lincoln Town Car limo, for example, which is limited to carrying just 8 passengers. The party bus also creates a fun atmosphere as it boasts a number of superb onboard features such as fibre optic disco lighting, state of art sound systems.

Hummer limos with COIF certificates are also proving a big hit with the school-prom goers in Cardiff. These limos not only look fantastic, they are also stuffed full of some of the best onboard features that money can buy. As well as neon lighted dance floors, VIP areas, and plasma screens with DVD players, the deluxe hummers also have karaoke systems with inbuilt smoke machines so you can have your very own “Stars in Their Eyes” moment. The biggest plus with the hummers limos is that the COIF certified vehicles can legally carry up to 18 passengers, which is ideal for prom nights.

Limo Broker are already reporting that their entire limo fleet is fully booked in the Cardiff area for many dates during peak prom season. This is having a knock-on effect on wedding car hire as school prom and wedding dates tend to clash as they fall around the same time of the year.

The advice being offered by Limo Broker is to book your limo hire in Cardiff as soon as your prom date is confirmed in order to get the best pick of the limousines. If you’re struggling to find availability for your school prom in Cardiff, become a fan of Limo Broker on Facebook, this way you’ll be the first to be notified of any cancellation bookings.

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Prom limos showcased at first ever prom fair in Worcester

January 9, 2010 By Dez Rowley
Worcestershire holds first ever fair dedicated to school proms

Worcestershire holds first ever fair dedicated to school proms

The first ever Worcestershire school prom fair took place last Saturday and proved such a success, that they’re considering turning it into an annual event.

The prom featured a range of exhibitors including photographers, prom dress and suit specialists and prom limo hire experts. Visitors were given a glimpse at some of the hottest dresses and suits to be seen in at next year’s prom season as a series of cat walk shows took place during the day.

A number of top beauty and styling experts were also present and were able to offer professional make-up and hair advice to the youngsters attending the fair. Every visitor to the event was given an essential “Prom Bible” offering a complete run-down of everything a prom-goer needs to know before the big day.

Of course, making an entrance on your prom night is an extremely important aspect, and luckily there were several limo hire companies in attendance at the fair showcasing some of their most impressive vehicles. A wide range of limousines are available for prom hire including the stretch limo Lincoln Town Car, the hummer limo and the vintage car for the traditional look.

The whole event was organised by the owner of a local clothing boutique, Jill Mills of Promesse. A number of dresses from her shop were modelled as part of the catwalk show and were a big hit with the audience.

Having attracted an estimated 700 people through the door at last Saturday’s event, the school prom fair in Worcester looks set to become a permanent figure in the local calendar.

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