On Valentine's Day, drivers for Uber, Bolt, and Addison Lee will log off for six hours to protest poor pay and challenging working conditions. The Independent Workers' Union of Great Britain (IWGB) is leading this action, which has gained support from various cities including London and Birmingham. Drivers report long hours, high rental fees, and undue deactivation risks. A demonstration including a candlelit vigil will further highlight their struggles and demands for improved safety measures and secure work. The IWGB aims to reclaim drivers' rights in an industry dominated by profit-driven practices.
Without drivers, these companies are nothing but apps. Our work is what makes their profits.
Drivers whose lives have been torn apart by apps like Uber are saying the same thing—it’s time for us to take back the wheel.
It has been inspiring to see this action spread like wildfire across the country, with more and more local groups endorsing the log-off.
A demonstration and motorcade are expected to take place outside London's City Hall for six hours on Friday evening.
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