‘We should all be worried’: calls grow to limit London rollout of robotaxis
Protest planned at Wayve HQ as Uber drivers fear for their future and city’s politicians demand TfL should have power over licences For passengers in Britain who want to try the latest ride, robotaxis are eagerly awaited: more than 100,000 are on Uber’s waitlist in London after the first UK services started in September. Others view them with trepidation. “I think we should all be worried,” said…
A protest is planned at Wayve's headquarters as Uber drivers express concerns about their future and the city's politicians are demanding Transport for London (TfL) should have full control over licensing. Over 100,000 people in Britain have signed up for robotaxi trials in London, following the first UK services in September. Some drivers are worried about the impact on their livelihoods, while city officials are concerned about the broader implications for public transport, congestion, and disabled passengers. A recent report warns that over 400,000 UK drivers could be affected in the near future.
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