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Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
With past and present committee members, it is with profound sadness that the London Taxi Drivers’ Charity for Children mourns the passing of our beloved Queen Elizabeth II. The charity assists many disadvantaged and special needs children, and their carers accepted various invitations to meet with Her Majesty during those special days, which will live […]
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Farewell Roy Ellis
Roy Ellis It was with incredible sadness I heard of the passing of Roy Ellis, the beloved husband of Geraldine. I had known Roy for many years when he was Head of the Public Carriage Office. When he retired from the PCO, he continued to be extremely interested in the taxi industry and kept a link […]
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Farewell Gary Zylberszac
Gary Zylberszac It is with great sadness that I write this article about a very good friend of mine, Gary Zylberszac. I have known and admired Gary for many years. He was a great supporter of the Children’s Charity, always willing to sponsor a cab on our children’s outings. Gary was the former Chairman of […]
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Chairman’s Report 2021
Dear Members, Friends, and Supporters, The Covid pandemic has affected all of us in one way or another, and our charity was no exception. The cancellation of our events, including our annual children’s taxi trip to Southend on Sea and the Mad Hatter’s Tea Party at the Grosvenor House, was a disappointment to all of […]
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Treasurer’s Report 2021
I would like to start my 20th annual Treasurer’s report by thanking all my fellow committee members for their support during what has been a difficult year in fundraising. We are grateful to Daren Parr for raising money for the sponsorship of the Kilimanjaro expedition which unfortunately was delayed and will hopefully start again in […]
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Farewell Duke of Edinburgh
On behalf of the London Taxi Drivers’ Charity for Children, Committee, London Taxi Drivers who support our efforts, together with parents, carers, and the children, we are deeply saddened to hear that Prince Philip, The Duke of Edinburgh, has passed and no longer among us. Prince Philip and other Royal Family members continued to be incredible […]
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Farewell Gerry Cottle
Circus owner Gerry Cottle has died aged 75 The LTCFC are sad to hear of the passing of Gerry Cottle this week after contracting coronavirus. In the 1970s at the age of 15, Gerry left his family in Surrey to join the circus after seeing a performance in London’s Earl’s Court. His first show was […]
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Farewell Dame Barbara Windsor
We are so sad to hear the news of the passing of Dame Barbara Windsor It is with great sadness that we acknowledge the passing of Dame Barbara Windsor, a wonderful person, fabulous actress and firm supporter of our charity. In 2006 Barbara opened a new sensory room that we had donated to the University […]
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A message from HRH The Duchess of Cornwall
HRH The Duchess of Cornwall has recorded a video message for all the charities of which she is Patron or President, to thank them for their invaluable work during this difficult year and to wish them a Merry Christmas. Please click below to see a wonderful video message from our patron giving thanks and sending […]
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Chairman’s Report 2020
Dear members and supporters, At the 2019 LTCFC AGM, I was delighted to hand the stewardship of the charity to a new Chairman. However, unfortunately, during the year due to unforeseen commitments, our friend and colleague retired from the charity. My fellow trustees asked if I would take on the responsibility of chair again until […]