Uber Decision

Leader of the Opposition, Matthew Guy

Today’s decision by the Melbourne Magistrates Court relating to the operation of Uber is more evidence that Daniel Andrews is asleep at the wheel.
Daniel Andrews has now had a year to provide certainty and stability to tens of thousands of Victorians who work in the taxi and ride sharing industry. His government has been all talk and no action.
New services in the peer economy like Uber, Freelancer and Airbnb are a part of our economic future. Under Daniel Andrews, Victoria’s economy is tanking and a jobs crisis is looming. Victoria cannot afford more indecision and time-wasting by the premier. The state of Victoria can’t stop disruptive technological progress.
Melbourne is growing at 2,000 people a week – smart solutions are needed for transport challenges which is why the Liberal Nationals Coalition supports the tandem operation of both the taxi industry and Uber.

Media contact:  Tony Barry       0419 600 879         tony.barry@opposition.vic.gov.au