TfL refused to renew the company's operator license, citing Uber's "lack of corporate responsibility" to complete driver background checks and report criminal offenses. Uber was granted a 15-month license in June of 2018, but last November TfL again refused to renew Uber's license amid a fresh batch of safety concerns. Chief among them was a tech glitch that allowed unauthorized drivers to swap photos with those of real drivers on the app, allowing for fraudulent pickups. Uber was permitted to continue operating during the various appeals processes but under a thick London fog of uncertainty. Yesterday the court granted an 18-month license with 21 stipulations. The judge noted Uber "does not have a perfect record but it has been an improving picture." A Bumpy Ride Uber's victory in London is a much-needed win: