Uber partners with IPSE to announce illness and injury cover offer for drivers

As part of our continuing work to build on the initiatives we launched for partners earlier this year, we’re very excited to announce a partnership with the Association of Independent Professionals and the Self-Employed (IPSE), giving drivers access to a range of benefits and protections.

An easier way to say thanks

Introducing Compliments. When a rider leaves a compliment a notification will show up on the driver’s home screen letting them know what they did to make a rider’s day.

The Best Shopping in Leeds

Leeds has an impressive shopping pedigree. The city made its mark on the retail scene in 1884, when Michael Marks opened a Penny Bazaar at Leeds Kirkgate Market. His simple stall was a massive success. When he partnered with Tom Spencer, the famous Marks & Spencer’s brand was born. The town’s status as a shopping […]

Take 3 minutes to register to vote this weekend

This weekend, we’re supporting the Electoral Commission’s campaign to get as many people as possible to register to vote ahead of the upcoming elections across the UK.

Ringing in 2017 in the UK

Check out our 5 favourite facts about how the UK uses Uber to get around on New Year’s Eve. Happy New Year!

UberGIVING – Thank you, Leeds

We were overwhelmed by the generosity of Leeds and more than 40 other cities across Europe. Together, we collected five and a half tube carriages worth of items in the UK to donate to Save the Children to help fund their Child Refugee Crisis Appeal, which supports thousands affected by the crisis. Over the course of three […]

Helping to move Europe when Europe is moved: Uber’s response to the European refugee crisis

The refugee crisis has moved everyone and at Uber we want to do our bit to help too. So today we are launching UberGIVING as part of a pan-European initiative across more than 20 European countries. In the UK, we are partnering with Save the Children. On Wednesday, September 9th, between the hours of 12pm […]

Backseat Art: Not Your Average Gallery

We all love a hidden gem, from a £5 note down the back of a sofa to an out-of-the-way restaurant only the locals know about. Along with our friends at Creativepool and SUITCASE Magazine, we want to share with you another secret of your city. If you take an Uber on 3rd September, take a […]

Leeds, get ready to rock

Choose your soundtrack for your ride.

Your Safety Checklist

Top tips on using Uber to keep you safe in Leeds