Post by The Dark Knight on Nov 25, 2024 7:51:38 GMT
Taxi drivers 'worried' as Uber approved in Plymouth
Plymouth councillors have given two taxi apps their approval to operate in Plymouth, including the huge multinational company Uber. PlymouthLive readers in our comments section largely welcome the arrival of the app-based services, but some aren't sure it's a good move for the city in the long run.
One taxi driver has said they are 'worried' as companies Uber and Smartzi will provide private hire car services in the city. The firms will be issued with licenses to operate for the next five years in the city. Drivers with a private hire driver’s licence and a vehicle licence will be able to work for the operators.
Uber is a huge force in private transport, operating in countries all around the world, and has found success in cities and large towns all across the UK. Drivers have had disputes against Uber in the past and present - this week, drivers marched in Newcastle to rally against issues with pay and transparency.
uk.news.yahoo.com/taxi-drivers-worried-uber-approved-160000174.html
Plymouth councillors have given two taxi apps their approval to operate in Plymouth, including the huge multinational company Uber. PlymouthLive readers in our comments section largely welcome the arrival of the app-based services, but some aren't sure it's a good move for the city in the long run.
One taxi driver has said they are 'worried' as companies Uber and Smartzi will provide private hire car services in the city. The firms will be issued with licenses to operate for the next five years in the city. Drivers with a private hire driver’s licence and a vehicle licence will be able to work for the operators.
Uber is a huge force in private transport, operating in countries all around the world, and has found success in cities and large towns all across the UK. Drivers have had disputes against Uber in the past and present - this week, drivers marched in Newcastle to rally against issues with pay and transparency.
uk.news.yahoo.com/taxi-drivers-worried-uber-approved-160000174.html