Regulator launches legal action over allegations 57 food delivery workers were allowed to transport people without required background safety checks

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New South Wales authorities have launched legal action against Uber, alleging the rideshare giant allowed 57 food delivery drivers to transport passengers without clearing the required background safety checks.

The independent state regulator, the NSW Point to Point Transport commission, commenced proceedings against Uber this week. It claims Uber – which is facing a maximum fine of about $1.5m – failed to ensure it was complying with safety standards designed to protect passengers.

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