At times when demand is high, for instance during rush hour and large events, Uber adds a 'surge charge'. One said: 'I know I live in London but what is with Uber prices jumping by £10-£15 in the matter of 20 minutes. Another said Uber prices were 'completely out of control in London' during peak times, and it was 'cheaper to take a black cab'. But an Uber spokesperson told MailOnline: 'Uber has not raised its prices in London since 2019, and is committed to providing safe and affordable trips.' 'As we've seen time and again with things like surge pricing, Uber has never been afraid to put making money above all else.'

Source: Daily Mail June 15, 2021 19:38 UTC