London — Uber is seeking an 18-month permit to operate in London as the company battles the city’s transport regulator to keep offering rides, according to a person familiar with the talks. The suggestion dates back to April, when Uber was giving evidence to London’s Westminster magistrates’ court, and no formal application has been made, said the person, who asked not to be named because the discussions are private. The company posited that a licence of such length would be appropriate to let the business show it was making positive changes in the city, the person said. Last year, Transport for London (TfL) banned the company from operating in the city, citing safety concerns, but allowed it to continue operating during its appeal. The company is preparing for a court battle with TfL over the decision, due to begin June 25. A spokesman for Uber in London declined to comment. London’s LBC talk radio first reported the news on Thursday, without saying where it got the information. Ub...
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