The National Transport Authority (NTA) has been asked to conduct a 'regulatory assessment' on the issue. Photograph: Alan Betson / The Irish TimesAn assessment of taxi booking service licensing in Ireland has been requested by the Minister for Transport in the wake of driver protests over Uber’s new fixed price fare plan. Last month, Uber announced it was launching a fixed-price taxi service in Ireland. On Sunday, Taxi Drivers Ireland confirmed it was suspending further escalation in anticipation of Government engagement. The spokeswoman said the committee supported the regulatory model and acknowledged the important work of taxi drivers.

Source: The Irish Times December 12, 2025 16:56 UTC