A NEW private hire firm has been launched in York despite the recession, and is seeking to recruit new staff.

Getaway Cars, based in Jubilee Terrace, off Leeman Road, is the brainchild of Paul Brolly and Peter Hills, both of whom have experience in the industry.

They said they were seeking self-employed drivers to work for the firm, which is to be launched at the beginning of October.

Mr Brolly said drivers, who would need to be licensed and have their own vehicle, were being given the incentive of a 50 per cent reduction in the usual £100 weekly sub to the firm for the first four weeks.

They would also benefit from a two-year freeze in the cost of the sub a loyalty bonus.

Mr Hills said: “We are a business with a family-feel, which will allow drivers to build up a rapport with customers.”