THIS is the moment Premier League ace Abdoulaye Doucouré had his £170,000 Lamborghini seized after being caught driving with no insurance. The Everton midfielder, 28, was detained in Highgate, North London, on July 2 for more than an hour as police seized his car, a court heard. It was the second time in a month Doucouré had been pulled over by police in London, according to the Evening Standard . On June 6, he was caught speeding in his Audi, driving at 102mph. Doucouré was "shocked" when he was shown the speed from the gun reading, suggesting that he may have confused the speedometer on his French car which is in km. The footballer, who reportedly earns £120,000-a-week, admitted to flouting the rules on both occasions when he was stopped by police. LAMBO SEIZED “I requested the driver to provide proof of insurance,” Pc Sinead O’Sullivan told Bromley Magistrates' Court on February 2. “The driver stated the vehicle belonged to their wife and the insurance … [Read more...] about Moment Premier League ace Abdoulaye Doucouré has £170k Lamborghini seized after being caught driving with no insurance
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Best travel deals for summer 2021 you can book now including Canaries and Greece
On your marks! Get jet! Go! The Prime Minister has unveiled his roadmap out of the pandemic and holidays abroad could well be back this summer. The amazing rollout of the Covid vaccines nationwide has given the prospects for overseas sunshine beach breaks a huge shot in the arm. And now UK tour operators and airlines are cranking up for the expected big travel restart with some fantastic deals for both short haul and long haul. Here’s our pick of the best bargains for some much needed vacation elation for lockdown-weary Brits. There’s some amazing value out there, so happy hunting! NB While the England roadmap offers hope of a return to holidays from May 17, there are various factors that come into play regarding whether travel will be possible including countries' own restrictions and entry requirements and the Covid situation at the time. Ultimately the choice to book now is up to you but you do so at your own risk. Greece Kefalonia from £495pp : two-star … [Read more...] about Best travel deals for summer 2021 you can book now including Canaries and Greece
Marks and Spencer to close ALL current accounts and 29 bank branches this year
MARKS & Spencer plans to close ALL current accounts and its 29 bank branches this year. The closures, which will take effect this summer, are a result of a surge in online banking. The bank branches are located within M&S stores, but the travel money bureaux branches, which are located in over 100 stores, are unaffected. M&S told The Sun it aims to redeploy branch workers where possible, but it couldn't confirm how many are at risk of redundancy due to an ongoing consultation. M&S' current account has already closed to new customers, but it'll be available to existing customers until August 2021. The bank said it'll start contacting those customers and others who use the bank branches from today to explain their options. Where are M&S Bank's branches located? M&S Bank plans to shut its 29 bank branches from this summer. Aberdeen - St Nicholas Street Birmingham - High Street Bristol - Cribbs Causeway Bromley - High Street … [Read more...] about Marks and Spencer to close ALL current accounts and 29 bank branches this year
Argos launch baby and nursery sale with up to 25% off – for a limited time only
Do you know anyone who’s expecting a new baby shortly? Or perhaps you or someone you know has just given birth and needs a few essentials? Well help is on hand with Argos as they’ve launched a mega sale - with up to 25% off baby and nursery items . New parents can expect to get their hands on pushchairs, toys, strollers, electronics and even feeding equipment for less than you'd usually think. With Mother’s Day also around the corner, it’s the perfect opportunity to drop some hints for things you really want from friends and family, for your virtual baby shower. We’ve picked out a few key items you might want to add in your basket as soon as possible, as items are already selling fast. You can of course shop the full sale over at argos.co.uk as well. Top Argos Baby and Nursery sale items: MAM Easy Star Microwave Bottle Steriliser Set - was £59.99, now £47.99 The award winning Microwave Steam Steriliser from MAM now comes in a new trendy grey colour with 6 … [Read more...] about Argos launch baby and nursery sale with up to 25% off – for a limited time only
Sebastian Vettel: ‘I will drive a lot faster than James Bond’
After a disappointing end to his six-season tenure at Ferrari, Sebastian Vettel is looking to get back on track, eyes firmly fixed on the future. "I'm not too bothered about Ferrari," the four-time world champion told DW. "Much more, I'm looking to extract the maximum of our potential and that we are able to grow as a team. I'm confident we can overtake more than one Ferrari this season. I don't really spend time looking back, I'm spending time looking forward to the new challenge, trying to find that little detail that can help us improve." Vettel's new chapter The team he has chosen to represent next is itself undergoing another fresh start, following its third rebrand in as many years. Aston Martin, famed for being the car of choice for the James Bond franchise, is marking its return to the grid after a 61-year hiatus. Read more: Aston Martin look to shake up Formula 1 "I'm not James Bond and I'm sure I will drive a lot faster than James Bond does. I think we … [Read more...] about Sebastian Vettel: ‘I will drive a lot faster than James Bond’