Halifax Council has delayed having a debate on licensing requirements for Uber drivers in Halifax.

Mayor Andy Fillmore suggested pushing it to a later date and Council agreed unanimously, Tuesday.

It was last month when city staff presented a report that would have Council look into modernizing rules, putting ride-hailing companies like Uber and taxis on an even ground.

In addition to that, they were also looking into having taxis set their own rates.

The motion, Tuesday, was split, taking the issue with Uber out of the equation, for now.

New changes would mean drivers would have to pay $135 in new fees to for training and pass an exam to have a municipal license; something that would cost $100 every two years.

Uber has been vocal on the issue and stresses that changing the rules would only add more red tape, slowing onboarding, so rides will become less reliable.

The company encouraged its drivers to protest the possible change, with more than 100 who reached out with concerns.

After Tuesday’s decision, they sent our newsroom this statement:

“We are encouraged that Council took the time to listen to drivers’ concerns that the staff report would add red tape and increase costs, with no additional safety benefit. We look forward to working collaboratively with the city on next steps.”