Addison Lee Circuit
Learn what the Addison Lee Circuit is and how this proprietary dispatch system allocates jobs to private hire drivers.
Last checked 17/10/2026.
Addison Lee Circuit is the software platform the company uses to send booking offers to drivers. Instead of waiting for a manual dispatcher to call you over a radio, the system matches available jobs with nearby vehicles based on location, vehicle type, and status.
For you as a driver, the circuit runs through your driver app. When a booking comes up in your zone, the system pings your device. You can check the details and accept the job straight from your screen. Keeping your app updated and staying in busy areas helps you get regular work through the network.
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