Uber to offer tipping for UK users – and introduce waiting charges
by Rob Davies from on (#2Z7BV)
Union assisting drivers in dispute over employment status dismisses changes as cynical PR move
Uber will allow UK users to leave a tip and will also charge passengers for keeping cabs waiting, as it attempts to take the sting out of a long-running dispute with drivers over labour rights.
The San Francisco-based firm, which has had a string of public image crises, including an alleged failure to report sex attacks, unveiled changes seemingly aimed at improving relations with drivers.