Driver oversight: Documents reveal Uber’s behind-the-scenes lobbying in Halifax

Driver oversight: Documents reveal Uber’s behind-the-scenes lobbying in Halifax Documents obtained through freedom of information requests have shed light on how Uber operates behind the scenes to lobby city officials and shape regulations that affect its operations in Halifax. The documents show that Uber has been working closely with Halifax city councilors and other local stakeholders to influence decisions related to driver oversight, safety standards, and ride-hailing policies. According to internal emails and meeting notes reviewed by the Winnipeg Free Press, Uber has engaged in a conc…