Universal Claims and proprietor of the company Serdar Sari were proud to sponsor 10 of their cabs for the trip for sick youngsters last month, called the Magical Taxi Tour.

Mr Sari said "We are proud to have been involved with this project and our `Black cabs were at the forefront of the convoy to Paris. To be able to help give these sick children a mini-holiday to remember is very special."

Setting out from Canary Wharf, the fleet of taxis made their way to Disneyland Paris where the children enjoyed fun and festivities at the theme park.

The trip was completely sponsored with all expenses paid by companies.

It was the 15th year the event has taken place which give children with a range of chronic debilitating illnesses and life limiting conditions the chance to enjoy a week-end away from hospitals.