Vice President
Dick Goodwin
Dick grew up in North London, joining the London Metropolitan Police at age 20. Due to a back injury, he had to retire from the police force at age 37. He then decided on a career in photography, choosing to concentrate on veterans’ events. Dick's father had served in the Royal Artillery during WWII, landing on Sword Beach in the early hours of D-Day, which inspired Dick to meet other veterans and learn their stories.
He became involved with the Taxi Charity in 2004 and was invited onto the committee in 2006. Two of his uncles were London cabbies and he has always had an admiration and affection for the trade.
Dick organises the majority of the charity's trips, including those to France, Holland, Germany and Belgium.
Liaising with his many contacts both here and abroad, he is committed to the continued recognition and support of our veterans.
In 2025, Dick was awarded the distinguished title, Knight in the Order of Orange-Nassau by His Majesty King Willem-Alexander for his work with veterans and preserving the bonds between the UK and the Netherlands.
