London’s taxi trade have been warned that their refusal to withdraw private prosecutions against drivers working for mini cab app firm Uber is blocking any chance of the courts banning the app.
Margaret Hodge accuses TfL of “inadvertently” allowing Uber to avoid tax
Transport for London has defended its decision to grant mini cab operator Uber a private hire licence in the wake of criticism from Labour MP Margaret Hodge.
All taxis could be forced to accept payment by card
All London taxi cabs could be required to accept debit and credit cards by 2016 under plans being considered by Transport for London.
Uber court action delayed after Taxi trade issues summonses
A decision by the capital’s taxi trade to start legal action against drivers working for mini cab firm Uber has derailed Transport for London’s efforts to obtain a high court ruling on the legality of the service.
Uber app row heads to court as TfL seeks legal ruling
Transport for London has begun action to secure a High Court ruling on whether the use of smartphones to calculate minicab fares breaks the law.
