Uber drivers win right to minimum wage and paid holidays

Uber drivers yesterday won the right to a minimum wage and paid holidays – sparking fears that the firm could pass on costs to passengers. In a landmark decision with far-reaching implications for the ‘gig economy’, the Supreme Court ruled the ride-hailing giant’s drivers should be classed as ‘workers’. Uber – which may have to pay … Read more

Couples holidays: Bickering after being stuck at home? Plan a life-changing trip, from Japan to Bali

Travel plays a big part in sustaining any relationship. You create new shared experiences. You cope with challenges together and enjoy wonderful new things  Here’s the good news. There is not, according to a report, going to be a second epidemic — an epidemic of relationship break-ups, that is.  The report, from The Marriage Foundation, … Read more

Uber drivers win right to minimum wage and paid holidays

Uber drivers yesterday won the right to a minimum wage and paid holidays – sparking fears that the firm could pass on costs to passengers. In a landmark decision with far-reaching implications for the ‘gig economy’, the Supreme Court ruled the ride-hailing giant’s drivers should be classed as ‘workers’. Uber – which may have to pay … Read more

Couples holidays: Bickering after being stuck at home? Plan a life-changing trip, from Japan to Bali

Travel plays a big part in sustaining any relationship. You create new shared experiences. You cope with challenges together and enjoy wonderful new things  Here’s the good news. There is not, according to a report, going to be a second epidemic — an epidemic of relationship break-ups, that is.  The report, from The Marriage Foundation, … Read more

Luxury sailing holidays: The best boats for the Med, including the one owned by Roland Emmerich

Sailing in the Mediterranean offers an intoxicating mix of sunshine, beautiful views, warm breezes, bright blue sea and gorgeous food and wine Ask friends what they want from a holiday right now and they’ll most likely tell you it’s a chance to escape, a sense of freedom and an opportunity to push the boat out … Read more

Summer holidays: You CAN still book one without losing out financially

This week’s statement by Transport Secretary Grant Shapps that ‘people shouldn’t be booking holidays right now’ has been slammed by the travel industry. And quite right too. Travel company bosses have roundly criticised him for failing to point out that package holidays — involving flights and accommodation booked together — are protected against cancellation by … Read more

Camping holidays: A British seaside getaway under canvas could be your best bet this summer

Wide open spaces, spectacular natural scenery and a chance to take a much-needed, proper break. A camping holiday is just the ticket, and mixed messages from the Government aside, we’re all hoping that we can get out and about this summer in Britain. Certainly, the confidence is there, with a boom in bookings. Coolcamping.com recorded … Read more

Matt Hancock says ministers will ‘do everything’ to make sure holidays CAN happen

Tory unrest is mounting today as Matt Hancock insisted ministers are ‘doing everything we can’ to make sure people can go on holidays this summer – but admitted there is no guarantee of success. The Health Secretary confirmed that he has already booked a trip to Cornwall, despite Grant Shapps sparking fury yesterday by saying … Read more

Matt Hancock says ministers will ‘do everything’ to make sure holidays CAN happen

Matt Hancock today insisted ministers are ‘doing everything we can’ to make sure people can go on holidays this summer – but admitted there is no guarantee of success. The Health Secretary confirmed that he has already booked a trip to Cornwall, despite Grant Shapps sparking fury yesterday by saying Britons should not plan trips … Read more

PAUL THOMAS on… lockdown holidays ban

PAUL THOMAS on… lockdown holidays ban By Paul Thomas For The Daily Mail Published: 01:30 GMT, 10 February 2021 | Updated: 01:32 GMT, 10 February 2021 Advertisement To order a print of this Paul Thomas cartoon or one by Pugh, visit Mailpictures.newsprints.co.uk or call 0191 6030 178. Share or comment on this article: