New Danish government hails Uber as competition boost

Denmark's new right-wing government will allow Uber to continue operating under new rules in order to encourage more competition among taxis, its transport minister Ole Birk Olesen said. Under new proposals put forward by the government on Tuesday, Uber drivers must meet certain criteria, including paying tax and proving they are in good health. Olesen said he saw no reason why Uber should not compete with established taxi companies, although he wants to implement rules that distinguish between