Incredible Crete: 3nts in Autumn from £263pp incl. 5* hotel, flights & breakfast

Pirates, keep it Crete with 3 nights in autumn from £253pp including the 5* Asterion Beach Hotel and Suites, breakfast & flights. This gorgeous hotel is right near the beach, with spa facilities and a lush pool on-site, perfect for a minibreak treat. Holiday details Travel duration: 3 nights (longer or shorter stays possible) Example… jcrdawes POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

11nt All inclusive 4* Mexico beach break from £632pp - incl. resort, flights, bags & transfers

Wow pirates, the deals in our Package Finder really are muy calientes sometimes! Gran Bahia Principe Coba is located in Riviera Maya on the lush Caribbean coast of Mexico, and with this deal you'll get 11 nights out there. As well as all inclusive board, flights and the resort stay, you'll get checked luggage, transfers… Samcana POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

New York City cabbies stay strong as mayor rejects ride-hailing trio’s $100m bail out

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The mayor and city councillors in New York City have rejected a proposed $100 million fund from ride-hailing apps Uber, Lyft and Via to help struggling taxi drivers.

The offer comes from the app based trio as they look to beat new regulation put in place by the mayor which includes the capping in numbers of vehicles such as Uber. The $100 million hardship fund, spread over five years, is being offered in return for a lift in the cap.

City Council and Mayor Bill de Blasio’s office have rejected the offer as they act to assist the struggling taxi industry, which has seen six suicides in as many months.

The cap, which is designed to curtail ride-hailing apps, such as Uber and Lyft, will initially last for twelve months. This isn't the first time an attempt to stem the relentless flow of Uber and Lyft vehicles has been proposed. In 2015 an unsuccessful attempt at a similar proposal was thwarted.

Both Uber and Lyft are keen to negotiate on the cap and claim it would send waiting times sky high and drive down driver earnings. They also pinpoint the cap may have an affect on the coverage to outer borough residents, which includes low-income groups.

Joe Okpaku, Lyft’s vice president for public policy, told The Verge “The cap bill would set things back to a time when service levels were horrible in the outer boroughs,”

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Exotic all inclusive Sri Lanka: 7nts from £868pp incl. flights, hotel & more - solo from £1148

Cross Sri Lanka off your travel bucket list this winter with this stunning 7 night escape and live right next to the beach. Be the envy of your friends by topping up your tan in the Indian sun instead of battling the UK winter. You will be spending the week at the 4* Eden Resort… GemUK POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Defibrillators given to London Taxi drivers for first response life saving scheme

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A new trial will see some of London's iconic black taxi drivers trained in basic life-saving techniques and taught how to use potentially life-saving electronic devices such as defibrillators. The new initiative set up by London Ambulance Service will alert the trained taxi drivers of a nearby emergency through an app called GoodSAM. The drivers will then hopefully be able to administer first aid which could include the use of a defibrillator. According to a report in the Evening Standard, survival rates increase from below 10 percent to more than 50 percent when trained "good samaritans" use defibrillators. Thirty London cabbies are involved in the trial which will last six months, with 15 of them being given defibrillators to carry with them in their vehicles. The initiative to use London's iconic taxi drivers, who some call "London's forth emergency service" , was suggested by the LTDA (London Taxi Drivers Association). If the trial is successful we could see many more London taxi drivers undergoing first aid training to assist Londoners in their moment of need.

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Tasty Turkey all inclusive holiday from £356pp - 7nts hotel, flights, luggage & transfers

Pirates, check out this awesome all inclusive holiday in Turkey we have found with Thomas Cook and it even has a saving of £100. For this great Turkey getaway you will stay for 7 nights departing in September when the weather should still be nice and toasty. There are a number of departure airports you… Lola POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Room in Rome: 3nts winter break from £191pp incl. 5* hotel & flights

Pirates, Rome is one of those cities on everyone's bucket list, and here's a way to do it in style: 3nts in the Italian capital from including the 5* Navona Palace Luxury Inn & flights. There are good rates over the winter period, which is a great time to travel to avoid the main tourist… jcrdawes POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Shoreditch bolthole: 5* East London hotel w/ rooftop pool from £80pp per night

Ahoy mateys! Next up we've spotted the gorgeous east London bolthole 5* The Curtain Hotel situated right in the heart of buzzing Shoreditch. Offering a rooftop pool with scenic views of the city along with super luxe accommodation this makes a great base for exploring the capital! Offer Details: Many travel durations possible - 1… Cee POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Previously convicted Private hire driver prosecuted for touting on multiple occasions

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A private hire driver has been successfully prosecuted after an undercover operation in Milton Keynes found him to be touting (illegally plying for hire) on two separate occasions during the same evening. Yasir Mahmood of Luton, was found guilty after denying the charges of plying for hire and driving without valid motor insurance on two separate occasions. Mahmood, who has a private hire licence with South Northants Council, picked up Taxi Licensing Officers who were acting as members of the public in Milton Keynes in October 2017. Mahmood' licence only allows him to pick up pre-booked jobs. Further investigations found that Mahmood did not have valid insurance. According to a report in Milton Keynes Citizen, Mahmood was previously prosecuted by Milton Keynes Council for the same offences back in 2010 but was allowed to keep his licence but with the addition of penalty points. Mahmood was fined £100 for each conviction of plying for hire and £200 for each invalid insurance conviction. He has also been disqualified from driving for four months and pay additional costs of £680. Taxi Licensing Officers will continue to crack down on anyone illegally plying for hire in Milton Keynes.

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Captivating Cape Verde: Late Aug 7nts all inclusive from £684pp incl. flights, hotel & more

Extend your summer and get your holiday requests into work now Pirates as you could be jetting off to the year-round hot spot of Cape Verde at the end of the month. Prepare to be the centre of your friend's envy as you top up your tan for sun, sea and sand on the African… GemUK POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

The Caribbean for cheaps: Late August flights to Dominican Republic from £297rtn

Drop everything Pirates, because TUI have done it again. They've dropped their prices on a limited number of flights to the Dominican Republic, with departures in August. Jet off from either London, Manchester or Birmingham, you can fly direct to Punta Cana to soak up the late summer sun in the Caribbean! Because there are… GemUK POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

5* Cyprus family half board break 4nts from £351pp - incl. hotel & flights

Arrr pirates! Head to Cyprus this November to enjoy some well-deserved winter sun with a stay at the elegant and top-rated 5* Annabelle Hotel in Paphos. Here you will be surrounded by tropical gardens and waterfalls overlooking the sea and the beach is just a short walk away. This holiday has availability throughout the season… Cee POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Give us Sitges: 3nts Autumn break in 5* luxury from £199pp incl. 5* hotel & flights

Pirates, hit up the quirky coastal town of Sitges in sunny Spain with 3 nights in luxurious accommodation from £199pp including the 5* Dolce Sitges & flights. Sitges is famous for its nightlife, gay bars, welcoming vibe and pleasant climate, so it's a great destination at a decent price. Holiday details Travel duration: 3 nights… jcrdawes POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Caribbean 7 night cruises from £309pp: See Dom Rep, St. Kitts & more incl. full board & drinks

Cruise the Caribbean this winter with this fantastic deal we've discovered on our cruise finder. You'll spend 7 nights sailing from Dominican Republic to St. Kitts, Martinique and more on the deluxe ship Costa Pacifica, with its 4 swimming pools, outdoor waterslides and luxury Samsara Spa. Prices start from just £309 per person, based on… Niamh_UK POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Iconic New Yorker 4nt trip from £378pp (4-share) or £449pp (2-share) - incl. flights & 4* hotel

Grab your squad for the holiday of a lifetime, staying at the 4* New Yorker hotel in Midtown and with return flights, for as little as £378 per person, based on 4 sharing. A deposit of just £79pp secures this amazing deal. Couples can also travel from £449 per person, based on 2 sharing, and… Niamh_UK POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

More Complaints From Uber Drivers About Low Wages, In The Face Of Uber’s Anti Slavery Pledge

 

Uber drivers say their take-home pay is being cut as the taxi industry disruptor responds to pressure from new entrants in the increasingly crowded "ride-share" market.

The Silicon Valley giant introduced "upfront pricing", which gives passengers the exact cost of their ride ahead of the journey, and launched a service called UberPool, which allows passengers travelling in the same direction to share a ride for a discounted rate.

Uber says the two initiatives are intended to grow its user numbers, which will help its "driver partners" to be successful. 

But drivers said the result has been they take home less pay for doing the same amount of work and have announced a two hour strike on Monday morning as part of the push for better conditions.

"Rates are already too low and unsustainable, leaving drivers with very little profit and well below minimum wage take-home pay," said Max B, an Uber driver who runs the advocacy group RideShare Drivers United.

"Now they have this to boot, a system that exploits them even more."

The group is calling for drivers to log-off the Uber system en masse from 7am until 9.30am on Monday, August 6.

Max B, who would not reveal his last name for fear of being "deactivated" by Uber, told Fairfax Media the shift to "upfront fares" saw drivers’ pay rates drop between 10 to 30 per cent, while drivers were losing up to 40 per cent on UberPOOL trips.

Like a traditional taxi meter, Uber now calculates the fare based on the trip’s distance, and time taken, but with current traffic conditions it’s almost impossible to give an exact estimate especially with the uncertainty of the Sat-Nav rout taken. It also crunches data from past trips but rarely gives an estimate anywhere near the final cost. 

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Majorca all inclusive group getaway from £283pp - 7nts hotel, flights, luggage & transfers

Pirates, Love Island may be over but Majorca is still a hot place to be, we have found this awesome all inclusive holiday staying for a week in the sun. The all inclusive Majorca holiday is based on 3 sharing but you can also travel as a couple for just £323 per person! Holiday details… Lola POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Mass shooting Uber driver looks to suppress statements in court

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An Uber driver who went on a mass shooting spree in 2016 is to have his statements to police supressed in court.Jason Dalton is standing trial for the killing of six people, Tyler Smith, Rich Smith, Mary Jo Nye, Mary Lou Nye, Judy Brown and Barbara Hawthorne in Kalamazoo, USAHe is also accused of injuring Tiana Carruthers and Abigail Kopf in the same incident, which took place on February 20th 2016. At Michigan Court of Appeals, Dalton's lawyer had argued that because Dalton had repeatedly invoked his right to remain silent and also repeatedly requested an attorney, any statements Dalton had made to police should be suppressed.The prosecutions counter-arguement centred around the fact that because police were acting under an emergency, a public safety exception to the Dalton's Miranda Rights ensued. This was so as to be able to determine the extent of the crimes which had been perpetuated, therefore any statements which Dalton had made would admissible. The appeal, which was heard on the 10th July 2017 by a three judge panel decided in the defences favour.The prosecution is currently reviewing the courts decision and its own legal position surrounding the case.Dalton failed in an attempt to plead insanity, and was deemed fit enough to stand trial.

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Morocco 5* autumn beach break 4nts from £296pp - incl. resort, flights & breakfast

Ahoy mateys! Next up: some Moroccan autumn sun. You will be staying next to the beach in Agadir at the sleek 5* Hyatt Place Taghazout Bay offering dramatic views of the Atlantic Ocean, 2 outdoor pools (one of which is heated), several dining and drinking options and a spa. And for those who prefer to… Cee POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

5* All Inclusive Crete holiday 7nts from £399pp - incl. flights & hotel

Ahoy mateys! We've found a few dates left at the top-rated 5* Blue Marine Resort & Spa in Crete for a luxurious family autumn getaway with all inclusive. This resort boasts a selection of pools, a spa and 4 restaurants amongst other things but there's only limited availability left so go, go, go! Holiday… Cee POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT