London wants to make for-hire drivers pass a written English test, and Uber is **t ha
 

London wants to make for-hire drivers pass a written English test, and Uber is **t happy
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Regulations set to hit London in October would require Uber drivers to pass a written English test, and Uber is **t having it.*

The rules, imposed by Transport for London, would require private hire drivers from **n-English speaking countries to pass an intermediate-level English language test that covers speaking, listening, reading and writing skills. Drivers would have to pass the test, equivalent to the national curriculum for 9 to 11 year olds, whether they are applying for a new license or renewing an old one.*

Uber says the regulations are onerous and unfairly penalize drivers who only need spoken English to do their jobs. The company supports the requirement for a spoken English test, a version of which is already mandated, but objects to the written portion.* Read more...

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