A Glasgow Uber passenger - who has severe arthritis - was left raging after a one mile trip from home to a dentist appointment cost him more than a flight to Spain.
A Glasgow Uber passenger was left furious after a one mile trip cost him more than a flight to Spain.
Stephen - who suffers from severe arthritis - booked his Uber via the app in time for his appointment at Govan Health Centre on April 10, but he was then left stunned by the quote.READ MORE: Dumbarton dog owner in A&E after vicious attack thought pet schnauzer would die in his arms “I had to rush to make it to my dental appointment which was only 20 minutes later and I didn't have time to try to find another taxi so I ended up just paying it.
Reacting to the price of flights, a not-so-impressed Stephen said: “It’s crazy when you think of it like that.Former international trade advisor Stephen is currently on employment support allowance after suffering a heart attack last year, he also requires a double hip replacement for his arthritis and relies on taxis regularly.He continued: “I don’t have a car and I rely on taxis. £23 for a short journey is huge dent in the finances of someone on low income or benefits.
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