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The Supreme Court has handed down judgment in D.E.L.T.A. Merseyside Limited and another v Uber Britannia Limited [2025] UKSC 31. Monckton members appeared on both sides of the appeal.
The appeal, brought by Uber, concerned the construction of the regulatory regime for the provision of private hire vehicles (“PHVs”) outside London under the Local Government (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1976 (the “1976 Act”). The issue was whether a PHV operator is required to enter into a contract as principal with the passenger at the point of booking. The Supreme Court has held that the 1976 Act does not contain such requirement.
Tim Ward KC acted for Uber, instructed by Hogan Lovells International LLP.
Jen Coyne acted for D.E.L.T.A., led by Philip Kolvin KC and instructed by Aaron & Partners LLP.