Funky London hotel stay from £47pppn - incl. breakfast: Right beside Shakespeare's Globe

Grab a stay in the capital at one of the coolest budget hotel's out there; the Ibis Styles Southwark -- a 3* property with 5* attitude. From it's boho-chic lobby to it's colourful themed rooms, you can get bed AND breakfast from as little as £47 per person, per night based on 2 sharing on… Niamh_UK POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Violent gang who targeted taxi drivers in a number of armed robberies sentenced to over 26 years

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Three armed robbers from Newcastle who targeted Taxi drivers with guns and machetes have been sentenced to over 26 years in total. The three serial attackers could be seen posing for pictures holding up the weapons they would use to threaten cab drivers into handing over cash. They would enter the taxi's posing as regular customers but once they were at secluded locations they would pull out their weapons and threaten to kill the drivers if they did not obey. It some cases they would even make the driver kneel on the floor ready to be executed. When the police eventually caught up with the attackers and searched their homes, they found masks from the cult horror movie scream and Guy Fawkes masks, along with balaclavas, an imitation firearm, a machete, a hunting knife and various stolen items.

Al-Hazzar Aremu, Brandon Makumbe and Silindokule Mabaso were all handed down lengthy sentences for a number of robberies that took place in 2017. Aremu, 18, was sentenced to 10 years in a young offenders institute. Makumbe, 21, was jailed for 9 years. Manado, 19, was sentenced to seven-and-a-half years in a young offenders institute. The victims all said they feared for their lives and some have even been unable to return to work as taxi drivers.

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What have you got Toulouse? Flights to France from £24 return (some weekends included)

Our jaws dropped pretty hard when we found these flights to the pretty French city of Toulouse starting from just £24 return to Toulouse from the UK. While the dates are pretty last-minute (travel is in May only), this is a great rate for this time of year. -- some weekend dates are even on… Niamh_UK POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Group mega bargain: 2 weeks in Crete from £163pp - 14nts hotel, flights, luggage & transfers

Pirates, any of you up for a cheap holiday in Greece this Spring, at this price you could go twice, we have come across a bargain 14 night holiday in Crete for under £170 per person. The holiday is with Tui and includes your direct flights, 15kg luggage and return airport transfers. Holiday details Travel… Lola POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Last minute 5* Cape Verde all inclusive break from £486pp - incl. 7nts resort, flights & bags

front. It has a selection of restaurants and bars on offer so you can put that all inclusive to good use never mind that lush pool scene. This scorching offer departs April 30th, so don't dawdle! For more options, see below. Treat yourself and the special pirate in your life to an all… GemUK POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Summer in Cuba from £597pp: 7nts all inclusive beachfront stay, flights & transfers

If you're dreaming of laying on the beach, cocktail in hand without a worry in the world then this is the deal for you. We've tracked down this bargain All Inclusive holiday to Cuba that has prices starting from just £597pp - everything you need for a relaxing, carefree holiday is included: flights, luggage, transfers… Niamh_UK POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

It's time for Amsterdam - direct flights from £38 return

Get your next city trip planning off to a flying start with these super cheap flights to the 'must visit' destination of Amsterdam. Take in the sights sounds and smells this May - June, these flights depart from a number of UK airports so you don't have an excuse to pass on this opportunity. Flight… GemUK POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Solo Slovenian mountain escape: 2nts from £159 incl. flights, hotel & breakfast

Fancy a mini-break but looking for a bit of a wild card? Something out of the ordinary? Tired of waiting around for your friends to make holiday plans? Well then, why not take yourself off to the magical mountains of Slovenia? This country has so much to offer, from gorgeous beaches to stunning mountain landscapes.… GemUK POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Last minute May half term family Fuerteventura 4nt break from £179pp incl. flights & aparthotel

Well it looks like the most recent heat wave has disappeared, but if you'd like more than 2 days of sun but cannot wait until August, then check out this mini break to the Canaries during the May half term holidays! You and the whole family will be staying in a villa at the Pierre… GemUK POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Italy beach holiday: Rimini 7nts from £263pp - incl. flights, hotel & breakfast

Ahoy mateys! Escape to Italy's Adriatic Coast with a holiday in Rimini right on the sandy beach! You will be staying at 4* Hotel Imperial Beach with breakfast included in your stay (and the option to upgrade) with good rates spanning May, September & October! Holiday details Travel duration: 7 nights (longer or shorter stays… Cee POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

UPDATED: Brighton and Hove lLcensing Panel Considers Uber Relicensing In All Day Meeting.

An all-day meeting of the Brighton and Hove city council licensing committee has heard from taxi and Privat hire companies who want Uber’s Licence revoked because it is not “fit and proper.”

Customers speaking in support of the ride-hailing app praised its convenience and user-friendliness. Well they would, they don't care about safety or regulation....they just want cheap.

But opponents have cited a data breach and a lack of wheelchair-accessible vehicles as reasons to pull the licence, which was first granted in November 2015. Also to be mentioned is the fact that Uber allows 13,000 of its London drivers to carry on working, knowing they've had fake criminal record checks and many have had fake medicals. Uber rapes by drivers on passengers were up last year by 50% to over one a week.

Chairwoman Cllr Jacqui O’Quinn told the meeting that under current cross-boarder regulations, even if the council revokes the licence, Uber drivers licensed elsewhere will still be entitled to operate in the city.

After lunch Uber barrister Philip Kolvin said the company was not trying was not trying to “skirt round” the city’s regulations. Makes a change from their normal policy of "it's easier to seek forgiveness than permission". 

He said Uber had regionalised its business and prevented London-licensed drivers from operating in the city. But speaking to local drivers, his is far from the truth as TfL roundels can be spotted daily on many vehicles working the Uber app.

Uber have tried bribing their drivers, offering them up to £1,000 to switch from a London licence to a Brighton licence. 

The company said they could have 20 wheelchair accessible vehicles (WAV) by the time it has 100 drivers here. It currently has only has 62 with WAVs few and far between.

A decision will be announced on Wednesday.

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‘Queen’ takes taxi to see new royal arrival

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The “Queen” was quick to welcome William and Kate’s third child and her sixth great-grandchild by taking an iconic black taxi to St Mary’s Hospital. The Duchess gave birth to the fifth in line for the throne on Monday at the Lindo wing of St Mary’s Hospital, London.On closer expection though the Queen was actually a waxwork which brought much confusion, and later amusement, to the media and royalist fans waiting to catch a glimpse of the new prince.

To watch the video of the drive by click here!

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Swedish summer nights: Stockholm break 2nts from £118pp - incl. 4* hotel, breakfast & flights

Nip off to the Scandi-capital for a weekend of shopping, sightseeing and awesome al fresco dining and drinking during balmy summer evenings. We are of course talking about beautiful Stockholm! We've found great promotional rates over at 4* Birger Jarl Hotel placing you in a central location with walking distance to the main shopping streets,… Cee POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Start planning your epic road trip today: 10% off retro UK camper van hire - 3nts from £157pp

For those Pirates who are after a quirky getaway but do not wish to face the stress of the airport, how about setting off on a UK based road trip in a vintage VW camper van? Our friends at VW Camper Hire are offering 10% off hiring all of their camper vans! Each camper has… GemUK POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Posh in Portugal: 4nts from £175pp incl. 5* hotel & flights

Get piratey in Portugal with this gorgeous treat trip: 4 nights in the Algarve from £175pp including the 5* Suite Alba Resort and Spa & flights. The clifftop location gives easy access to the remote Albandeira Beach, or you can splash around in the tranquil infinity pool while marvelling at the views of the ocean.… jcrdawes POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Day one of Uber Brighton's public decision hears from those for and against a new licence being issued

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Brighton and Hove city council members sat today for the first day of a public decision to whether or not issue Uber Brighton with a new operators licence. Council members last week announced that a public hearing will be undertaken this week with a final decision expected to be made on Wednesday. Today the council heard from taxi companies who oppose a new licence being granted on the grounds that Uber were considered to not be a "fit and proper" company by Transport for London following a number of serious concerns brought against the ride-hailing firm from Silicon Valley. Customers of the controversial app also spoke out in favour of a new licence being granted praising the apps convenience. A report in the Argus revealed today that none of the three councillors making the final decision on Uber Brighton's future have ever used the ride-sharing service. A major issue was raised by Chairwoman Cllr Jacqui O'Quinn, stating that even if Uber were not issued a new licence, drivers licensed elsewhere would still be able to pick up work in the city, but Uber's acting barrister Philip Kolvin squashed those concerns stating that Uber had regionalised its business and prevented London licensed drivers from operating their by using a Gio-fenced system. Tomorrow City Council members will sit for a second day of hearings.

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Live like Royalty in a Yorkshire castle hotel from £33.50pppn incl. breakfast - pet friendly

Treat the special someone in your life like the King/Queen that they are with a romantic castle stay in Yorkshire. Located on the outskirts of Hull lies the Cave Castle Hotel & Country Club, offering regal accommodation dating back 350 years! This teeny price also comes with breakfast included and - even better - the… GemUK POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Super cheap all inclusive in Ibiza: 4nts from £194pp incl. flights & hotel - go solo from £254

Extend your summer this year with a post-season break to Ibiza. Lap up the temperatures that are still in the high 20s and be the envy of everyone stuck at home! Go all inclusive for 4 nights for under £200pp at the 3* Hotel San Miguel a cheap and cheerful accommodation situated in the north… GemUK POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Under £200pp: Late Summer 7nt holiday in Costa Brava - incl. 4* beachside apartments & flights

Smart pirates know that holidaying in peak summer season can have a seriously detrimental effect on your bank balance. Waiting until late summer can save you £100's, like this week in beachy Costa Brava. September dates start from £184 per person, based on 2 sharing. Prices do fluctuate but we found dates under £200 in… Niamh_UK POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Taxi driver hailed a Hero for saving the life of stroke victim

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A taxi driver from Barrow, Lancashire, has been praised for his quick thinking in saving the life of a pensioner who was having a stroke in the middle of a road. Cabbie Brian White had just dropped a fare off when he noticed a man who had fallen over. Reacting fast, Mr White rushed to the mans aid, helping him into his taxi before taking him straight to Furness General Hospital. The pensioner, named as a Mr Leith was later diagnosed as having suffered a stroke and the only reason he was still alive was because of Mr White's fast thinking. The victims wife wrote to Mr White thanking him for saving her husbands life ho is now recovering well in hospital.

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