Maldives 4* All inclusive holiday 7nts from £1,199pp - incl. flights, resort & boat transfers

Ahoy mateys! The tiny paradise of Eriyadu Island is one of the coziest in the Maldives, and you can walk around it in just 10 minutes. Bliss! This holiday places you at the 4* Smartline Eriyadu resort with its own house reef and lagoon, several dining and drinking options and a spa centre everything… Cee POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Non-stop New York: Direct flights with Virgin/United from £277rtn - incl. meals

It's never too early to start planning a Fairytale in New York dear pirates. United Airlines and Virgin Atlantic have just released some great fares on flights to New York City for this coming Christmas and New Year season. This is usually a pricey time of year to fly, so book early and you can… Samcana POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

5* Montenegro break 3nts from £287pp - incl. brand new luxury hotel & flights

Montenegro is up next, pirates! You know we have an affinity for all things luxe with a decent price tag, and we've just laid eyes on the brand new Allure Palazzi in Kotor Bay. Luxury hotel giant Karisma just spent 20 million euros on this 5* hotel which opens in June and offers first class… Cee POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Chic Malmaison Manchester hotel from £45pppn - incl. limited weekend nights

Fancy treating yourself to a posh getaway in upmarket hotel, Malmaison Manchester, this summer? We've unearthed bargain stays for peak season months starting from £45 per person, per night based on 2 sharing. This 4* property -- which Timeout Manchester calls "a fresh and fun place to stay" -- is in a great central location,… Niamh_UK POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

London bus driver's racist road rage attack

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A London bus driver was caught on camera calling a motorist a ‘white bastard’ as tension reached boiling point in North London.

Footage shows the TfL bus driver abusing and threatening the van driver through the windows of each respective vehicle.

Claire Mann, Director of Bus Operations, told MailOnline:

“Any form of hate crime is completely unacceptable and will not be tolerated. ‘We expect the highest standards of London bus drivers and are urgently investigating this incident with the operator, Go-Ahead.

“Everyone has the right to travel without fear of abuse or intimidation and if anyone witnesses or is victim to hate crime they should report it immediately. ‘We work closely with our police partners to eradicate hate crimes and fully investigate all reported incidents.’

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Malta 5* luxury break 4nts from just £256pp - incl. flights, Radisson Blu hotel & breakfast

Arr mateys! Escape to one of Malta's most exclusive 5-star resorts, the Travellers' Choice awarded Radisson Blu hotel! Boasting a popular spa, several swimming pools and a short stroll to the beach it's the perfect luxury getaway on the small amber coloured island in the Mediterranean. This package is totally flexible, and you can choose… Cee POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

All inclusive Mexico June break £609pp - incl. 7nts hotel, direct flights, bags & transfers

Pirates, give yourselves some early summer cheer with an all inclusive holiday to marvellous Mexico! Our Package Finder is offering 7 nights at the Royal Decameron Complex, located in beautiful Nuevo Vallarta on the Mexican coast. As well as staying on an all inclusive basis, this package includes flights, checked luggage, transfers and ATOL protection.… Samcana POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Bargain Greek island getaway from £135pp - incl. 7nts Zante hotel, flights, bags & transfers

Pirates, it's time to get the season started with a trip to gorgeous Zante! Our Package Finder is offering 7 nights at Angela Studios, situated just 250 metres from the beach on this lovely Greek island. This package also includes return flights, luggage, transfers and ATOL protection - everything you need to get your holiday… Samcana POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Liverpool Lux: Fab 4* Beatles-themed hotel from £38pppn

Pirates, if you want to treat the Beatles fan in your life, pick up a stay at the fab 4* Hard Days Night Hotel from £38pppn. A must for any die-hard Beatles fan, the place is decked out in cool artwork and memorabilia, smack bang in the coolest area of Liverpool. Offer Details: Many travel… jcrdawes POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Taxi Charity escorts veterans to Netherlands for Remembrance and Liberation Day commemorations

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Twenty volunteer cabbies from the Taxi Charity escorted WWII and Korean War veterans and their carers to the Netherlands for the Dutch Remembrance and Liberation commemorations.The veterans were chauffered to Harwich Wednesday 2nd May for the overnight ferry to the Hook of Holland.As they disembarked on Thursday morning, the veterans were welcomed by Defence Attaché Col. James Phillips and then received a police escort to the Dutch Cavalry Museum at Amersfoort.

After lunch at the barracks, they were driven to their hotel at the Wageningen International Congress Centre, where the 34 veterans later had dinner.

On Friday 4 May, Remembrance Day in the Netherlands, the veterans were driven to Bronbeek Royal Home for Retired Military Personnel for lunch.The veterans then paid a short visit to Oosterbeek CWGC to pay their respects to their fallen comrades buried there.

In the evening, the veterans were invited to attend a remembrance service at Heteren.On the following day the veterans took part in the Liberation Day parade at Wageningen. They joined the parade in golf carts and a London taxi. After the parade, the veterans were invited to attend a gala dinner before heading home the next day.

The Taxi Charity For Military Veterans (formerly known as the London Taxi Benevolent Association For War Disabled) was formed in Fulham in 1948.Its object then was to help war veterans, in their homes and hospitals, throughout London and the home counties, by providing entertainment, outings and much needed specialised equipment.

To this day the objective remains simple; to work for the benefit, comfort and enjoyment of military veterans.

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More o' Vilamoura: 7nts early bird Portugal deal from £132pp incl. golf hotel & flights

Pirates, be that early bird that gets the juiciest deals: 7 nights in the Algarve from £133pp including the 3* Vilamoura Golf Hotel & flights. It's a golfer's dream with several courses in walking distance, but the pool, wellness centre and nearby attractions make this cute hotel perfect for many types of holiday-makers. Holiday details:… jcrdawes POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

The electric taxi set for fully charged display at the Confused.com London Motor Show

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Brand new to the streets of the UK, the reborn iconic London black cab from LEVC will take pride of place this month at The Confused.com London Motor Show.The all-new TX is powered by LEVC’s eCity technology comprising of an advanced electric powertrain with a small back-up petrol generator, giving a range of up to 400 miles including 80 miles with zero emissions, helping to improve urban air quality for cities across the UK.LEVC will be demonstrating how the its TX has revolutionised the passenger experience with rides at the Live Action Arena. With more space, six passenger seats, forward facing wheelchair access, power sockets for laptops, USB ports, on-board WIFI, a panoramic roof and active safety systems it is the world’s most advanced taxi.Protecting passengers, and the driver, from the capital’s often poor-quality air, the new black cab even features a multi-filter system, with an in-built air quality sensor that automatically closes the external air intake if it detects increased levels of pollution in the outside air.World-class active and passive safety systems help to protect both the vehicle and other road users too. These include forward collision warning, autonomous emergency braking and emergency brake assistance, while the TX combines an extremely strong, rigid aluminium body shell with crash protection to the highest international standards, reinforcing the black cab trade’s reputation for safety.Alec Mumford, chairman of The Confused.com London Motor Show, said:“Welcoming a true London icon to the biggest auto show in the capital is entirely suited and we are incredibly excited to host LEVC’s latest model. The TX stands as a great stepping stone in the EV movement and a very practical decision for the taxi to go electric. It’s even more exciting that a number of visitors will have the experience of taking a live passenger ride at The Confused.com London Motor Show.”Tickets currently start at just £18.50 and one child (under 17) goes free with a paying adult. They’re on general sale now and available to purchase at: https://ift.tt/1Kg8wyF

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New London Silvertown tunnel given the go-ahead

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Transport for London has today been granted a Development Consent Order by the Department for Transport to deliver the Silvertown Tunnel - a new twin-bore road tunnel under the Thames in east London.

The new tunnel is to be welcomed by the taxi trade, however once the project is completed a toll charge on both the Blackwall and new Silvertown will be implemented. Their are also restrictions relateting to vehicle emissions on the newly created relief tunnel.

The tunnel, which is set to open in 2023, will help ease the current serious congestion at Blackwall Tunnel and improve the reliability and resilience of the road network in east London. It will enable significantly improved cross-river public transport connections, with up to 37 buses an hour using the tunnel - all of which will be hybrid, electric or at least with the highest Euro VI emission standard. Further pedestrian and cycling improvements will also be made on both sides of the river.Work will be carried out on the areas surrounding the entrances to the tunnel to improve conditions for local residents and create safe, attractive new walking and cycling routes around Royal Victoria and the Greenwich Peninsula.While consent was confirmed today by the Secretary of State, a number of conditions were included. TfL is now working with local boroughs, landowners, stakeholders and other affected parties to understand the implications of these conditions, so that this vital infrastructure project can start as soon as possible.With congestion and air quality around the Blackwall Tunnel predicted to get worse in the coming years as London's population grows, the Silvertown Tunnel is vital to providing a more reliable crossing as well as ensuring goods and services can continue to move around London. Drivers using the Blackwall Tunnel regularly get caught up in delays of 20 minutes or more during busy times, leading to around a million hours being wasted in queues every year and costing the economy an estimated £10m. When incidents cause the tunnel to close temporarily, three-mile tail-backs can occur in under six minutes.The new Silvertown Tunnel will be privately financed through a Design, Build, Finance and Maintain contract, with the successful delivery partner receiving payments from TfL once the tunnel is open and available for use. These will be made in part via a user charge on both the new tunnel and the existing Blackwall Tunnel, which will also help to ensure traffic is effectively managed and journey reliability and air quality are improved. The exact charge levels for various types of vehicles using the tunnel will be decided closer to the opening date.The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, said:'I'm delighted that the green light has been given to progress with the Silvertown Tunnel. New river crossings are vital for the future prosperity of east London, and the scheme will have a substantial impact unlocking new jobs and economic growth, while easing congestion and poor air quality in the area.'Since I became Mayor I've been determined to ensure the Silvertown Tunnel doesn't have a detrimental impact on our environment. That's why the new plans have such a focus on cleaner transport, with only buses with the highest emission standard using the tunnel, and substantial investment in pedestrian and cycling infrastructure.'

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All new fleet of chauffeur driven Electric Jaguar's to hit London Heathrow this summer

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Giant car makers Jaguar have partnered with Britain's busiest airport Heathrow to ferry passengers to their destinations in the luxury Jaguar I-Pace electric SUV. A fleet of 200 chauffeur driven vehicles will be available to hire, and the cost into central London is said to match those of a London black taxi. Organisers of the deal have said that the service could cover up to 1,000 trips a day, helping to reduce the airports nitrogen oxide output by as much as eight tonnes per year. The service is set to become live this summer, making it the largest chauffeur driven fleet of electric vehicles in the country. The estimated cost of a trip into central London will be between £70-£80, a similar price of a journey in one of London's iconic taxi's. What would this mean for the worlds finest taxi service? Waiting times at Heathrow airport can range anywhere from 1 hour to 5 hours depending on the time of year. According to a report in the Sun, the new service will also see the We Know Group install the UK's largest electric car charging hub at Heathrow. Are you an airport driver? How will this affect your business? Let us know in the comments below.

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Chic Majorcan escape: 7nt late season B&B break from £208pp incl. flights & hotel

If you fancy extending your summer then why not jet off to Majorca for a 7 night break. Your home for the duration of your stay will be the 4* SeaSun Fona hotel. It boasts a super chic rooftop terrace with great views of the sea and an open air pool. Enjoy breakfast each morning… GemUK POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Private Caribbean island: 7nts all inclusive in Dom Rep from £867pp incl. flights, hotel & more

Fancy living the true Pirate lifestyle in the Caribbean mateys? Then head out to the Dominican Republic this spring/ summer to enjoy 7 nights on a private island at the 5* Luxury Bahia Pricipe Cayo Levantado. Indulge yourself in the all inclusive resort whilst relishing your 5* surroundings and to make this deal even sweeter,… GemUK POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Ten out of Tenerife: 10nts all inclusive in summer from £451pp - incl. flights & hotel

Pirates, summer means holidays so start yours off the right way with this awesome all inclusive holiday in the Canary Islands. Leave the dreary UK weather behind and spend 10 nights in June in sunny Tenerife for well under £500 per person, based on 2 sharing. There are many departure airports available for this holiday… Niamh_UK POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Tropical beachfront getaway to the Philippines: 10nts in Movenpick hotel w/ flights from £979pp

Wow, here's something a little different for you Pirates. If you think you've experienced the well travelled paths of south east Asia, how about a jaunt to the Philippines? Jet off to the stunning white sandy beaches of Cebu this winter and ditch the grey clouds of the UK and instead relish the high 20… GemUK POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Portugal group holiday in June from £174pp - 7nts aparthotel & flights (2 sharing £233pp)

Pirates, any of you still looking for a holiday this year, take a look at this great holiday in Portugal we have found on our holiday finder. The holiday is for a week in sunny Pera in Portugal in June when the weather should be nice and toasty. The getaway is based on 4 sharing… Lola POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Fly to The Netherlands from £37 return: July & August dates available

Anyone looking for a bargain in the peak summer months of July and August have probably left it pretty late to book. However, HolidayPirates to the rescue as we've discovered cheap flights available from 3 UK airports. Fly to Eindhoven in The Netherlands from as little as £37 return on Ryanair; with heaps of seats… Niamh_UK POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT