Hailo reiterates opposition to ride-sharing reforms

Taxi app Hailo has reiterated its support for existing legislation which prevents rivals such as Uber from launching “ride-sharing” services in Ireland.

Hailo marked the milestone of carrying 20m passengers in Ireland by reaffirming its support for the National Transport Authority and Department of Transport’s position, which does not allow ride-sharing.

The Hailo app connects passengers with registered taxi drivers whereas competitors such as Uber, which opened a Centre of Excellence in Limerick in January, lets non-professional drivers carry passengers.