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Now playing Next Business Series Uber drivers fight for workers rights in London Two Uber drivers in London have brought a test case at an employment tribunal arguing the ride service is acting unlawfully by not offering paid holidays and sick pay. 20/07/2016
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Now playing Next Business Series Uber sues Indian rival Ola alleging fake accounts and false bookings A ride-hailing battle is underway in Indian where Uber is suing Ola accusing its rival of creating fake accounts and making false bookings to interfere with its business. 24/03/2016
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