Uber news uk

Here are some recent news articles about Uber in the UK:

Recent Developments:

  1. Uber to face new regulations in the UK: The UK government has announced plans to introduce new regulations for ride-hailing companies like Uber, including a requirement for drivers to undergo background checks and for companies to provide more information to passengers about their journeys. (Source: BBC News, March 2023)
  2. Uber to increase prices in London: Uber has announced that it will increase prices in London by up to 15% due to rising costs and a shortage of drivers. (Source: Evening Standard, February 2023)
  3. Uber to launch new electric bike service in London: Uber has announced plans to launch a new electric bike service in London, which will allow passengers to travel short distances using electric bikes. (Source: City AM, January 2023)

Controversies:

  1. Uber faces criticism over treatment of drivers: Uber has faced criticism over its treatment of drivers, including allegations of poor working conditions and low pay. (Source: The Guardian, December 2022)
  2. Uber accused of breaching data protection laws: Uber has been accused of breaching data protection laws in the UK, with a report claiming that the company had failed to properly protect the personal data of millions of users. (Source: The Telegraph, November 2022)
  3. Uber faces investigation over alleged price-fixing: Uber is facing an investigation by the UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) over allegations that the company engaged in price-fixing with other ride-hailing companies. (Source: The Financial Times, October 2022)

Other News:

  1. Uber to launch new food delivery service in the UK: Uber has announced plans to launch a new food delivery service in the UK, which will allow customers to order food from local restaurants and have it delivered to their doorstep. (Source: The Grocer, January 2023)
  2. Uber to increase investment in UK infrastructure: Uber has announced plans to increase its investment in UK infrastructure, including the development of new bike lanes and pedestrianized areas. (Source: The Times, December 2022)
  3. Uber to launch new safety features in the UK: Uber has announced plans to launch new safety features in the UK, including a panic button that allows passengers to quickly alert authorities in an emergency. (Source: The Sun, November 2022)