Cabbies will battle it out this weekend for the prestigious title of Taxi Driver of the Year 2008.

Almost 70 drivers will take part in time trials over a slalom course in Madeira Drive, Brighton, on Sunday, March 30.

The event, which raises thousands of pounds each year for The Argus Appeal, starts at 10am.

Tony King, of sponsors Westminster Taxi Insurance, said: "Hopefully we'll be able to raise as much money as possible for The Argus Appeal."

First prize is £1,500 and second is £1,000.

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