Funky Malaga hotel stay w/ rooftop pool in July & August from £63pppn (flights from £94)

Looking for a holiday accommodation with flair and personality? Well, look no further than the 4* Room Mate hotel in the heart of Malaga. This funky hotel boasts a top location, only a few minutes away from the beach and bars that make this area of Spain so infamous! If you don't fancy walking anywhere,… GemUK POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

July in Gran Canaria: 7nt summer break from £325pp incl. flights, 4* hotel & breakfast

Looking for a summer holiday but would prefer to avoid the 'peak season' rush? Then grab a sneaky week in mid July in the Canaries. Pack yer bags and head out to Gran Canaria and stay at the 4* Escuela Santa Brigida Hotel, set away from the beach and main tourist spots, this is an… GemUK POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

London taxi drivers ferry war veterans to Portsmouth

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Around 100 war veterans have been guests of honour in a tour of the Portsmouth Historic Dockyard.

The three day trip to Portsmouth was organised by Gary Belsey, chairman of The Taxi Charity for Military Veterans.

The volunteers from the London taxi driving industry, picked up the ex-servicemen from their homes and escorted the war heroes on the three day event.

The veterans were made up of former soldiers, sailors and airmen, as well as Chelsea Pensioners in full regalia, conplete with medals.

The ex-servicemen have also spent time at Portsmouth Naval Bases, St Anns Church, in memory of those who served on the Arctic Convoys during World War Two.

It wasn't just World War Two veterans who took part in the trip, as ex-servicemen who served in conflicts such as Afghanistan were also in attendance.

The trip also has a special significance to the charity as it marks its 70th year in operation taking veterans as far afield as the Netherlands and Normandy as well as sites in the UK.

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Cor, Blimey, Corfu: 4nts in summer from £165pp incl. apartment & flights

Pirates, head to Corfu for a 4-night summer break from £165pp including the 3* Roussos Studios & flights. These cute apartments are set in Kavos village, with a pool and lovely views of the Ionian sea. The hotel has sterling reviews (4/5 on TripAdvisor + Certificate of Excellence) so you know your stay is in… jcrdawes POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Employment Appeal Tribunal dismisses Addison Lee’s latest appeal

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The Employment Appeal Tribunal has judged that Addison Lee courier Chris Gascoigne was wrongly classified as an independent contractor and, as a result, is entitled to unpaid holiday. The EAT’s verdict mirrors last year’s judgement from the Employment Tribunal.

The case was brought by the Independent Workers’ Union of Great Britain (IWGB) and deals another blow to transport services giant Addison Lee, confirming the prediction of Kevin Valentine, the head of Addison Lee’s courier business. Valentine made the prediction in December 2016, when Addison Lee blacklisted IWGB member Andrew Boxer. The company had learnt that Boxer had a similar claim against his previous employer Excel and Valentine told Boxer that the company could not afford another workers’ rights case, prophesying that “your union is going to win”.

IWGB General Secretary Dr. Jason Moyer-Lee said: “For anyone who has the vaguest awareness of employment law, the fact that Addison Lee has lost its appeal will come as no surprise. The real shocker is that, even though tribunal after tribunal after tribunal has shown that companies in the so-called ‘gig economy’ are unlawfully depriving their workers of rights, the government still does nothing but talk.”Jason Moyer-Lee called for the resignation of Business Secretary Greg Clark after the government’s response to the Taylor Review on Modern Employment Practices.

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Kos 5* luxury escape 5nts from £449pp - incl. top-resort w. spa, flights & breakfast

Ahoy mateys! The top-rated Michelangelo Resort & Spa in Kos boasts a gorgeous infinity pool scene with a selection of pools to choose from overlooking the stunning blue Aegan Sea. There are in total 2 restaurants, 3 bars and a library lounge here and you've got half board included in your stay. This holiday is… Cee POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

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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