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Thousands of Uber, Bolt and Addison Lee drivers to log off on Valentine’s Day
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DRIVERS working for Uber, Bolt and Addison Lee are set to log off on Valentine’s Day to demand better pay and conditions.
Called by the IWGB union, the action has gained the backing of driver groups in cities including London, Birmingham, Manchester, Nottingham and Brighton.
In 2021, the Supreme Court ruled that Uber drivers are entitled to receive basic rights like holiday pay.
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