London in move to put brakes on private hire drivers

The London mayor is seeking powers to limit the number of private hire drivers operating in the capital city of the United Kingdom.

As the rise of Uber and its competitors is blamed for increasing congestion and pollution, Sadiq Khan said a cap on new licenses was an urgent and necessary step, but added that he is unable to impose restrictions.

The mayor has warned Transport Secretary Chris Grayling that the "huge increase" in private hire drivers in the city is leaving many drivers struggling to earn a living.