The informative 'Helping Victims of Hate Crime' booklets, sponsored by Hampshire Constabulary Western Area have now been distributed to most, if not all taxi companies and drivers in Southampton

Both the Unite Union and the Southampton Hackney Association are totally against any kind of Hate Crime, be it in relation to a persons colour of skin, race, ethnicity, nationality, disability, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion or beliefs,  since we understand the devastating psychological effect it can have on individuals.

Hate Crime can consist of physical violence, assault, verbal abuse or obscene calls, and taxi drivers who work at night can be easy targets. 

Taxi Drivers are trying to make people aware by placing stickers inside their cabs, if you would like to find out more about Hate Crime, how to report it or to receive support visit  The Hampshire Police Hate Crime Advice page here.

The Crime and Disorder Act  1998 and The Public Order Act 1986 Part III are two forms of legislation which protect victims of crime.
 

This year Mothers Day falls on Sunday March 10th, why not use one of Southampton's white licensed taxis to take your Mum out?  

A trip to The New Forest or even just within the city to a restaurant, theatre or museum is all the better when you travel in style and don't have to worry about driving!

The white licensed taxis of Southampton include larger MPVs, traditional white London cabs and up to the minute saloons, meaning that everyone can be catered for whether you are a wheel chair user, a large group or if it is just the two of you.

To make it even easier, you can hop into a white taxi at one of Southampton's taxi ranks or by hailing one at the roadside.

Valentines Day is a good excuse for a romantic meal or night out in Southampton, and with so many great restaurants, cinemas and theatres you're pretty spoilt for choice. Choosing the designated driver is not so romantic however!

Why not use one of Southampton's white taxi's instead? Easy to find all around the city, Southampton's licensed white taxis can be hailed at the roadside, or found at one of the many taxi ranks situated in these key locations: 

Both sides of the Southampton train station - in Commercial Road side and on theToys R Us side

West Quay - Portland Terrace opposite main entrance to West Quay shopping centre

Portland Terrace, near bus stops by Asda

At the Bargate in High Street by A Plan Insurance

Town Quay outside Red Jet Terminal (IOW)

Terminus Terrace, near to Oxford Street

Above Bar Street, opposite Yates pub

Church Street in Shirley

Portswood High Street

Bitterne - Angel Crescent

Opposite Debenhams in Queensway

Leisureworld cinema entrance

Hannover Buildings outside Santander bank

Bannister Street outside Night Club (night time only)

St. Mary's Road outside British Gas offices (night time only)

London Road (night time only)

The White licensed taxis of Southampton, the perfect solution for a great romantic night out!