Alfred Collins
Alfred Collins | |
|---|---|
| Born | 1915 |
| Died | 11 May 2007 (aged 91–92)[1][2] |
| Nationality | British |
| Occupation | Taxi driver |
| Years active | 1937-2007 |
| Known for | London's longest-serving taxi driver |
Alfred Collins (1915 - 11 May 2007) was London's longest-serving taxi driver in 2007. He retired, and died on 11 May 2007.[2] Following 70 years of service, in 2007 Collins, aged 92, was honoured and presented an award by Transport for London at the Public Carriage Office.[3]
Collins drove his first passenger in 1937 and his passengers have included Margaret Thatcher, Joan Collins and Bruce Forsyth.
In an interview, Collins said: "Life is all about communication and I have enjoyed sharing my vast experience of life as well as learning a lot with some of my passengers... It really does not seem that nearly 70 years has passed by. I have had the pleasure of meeting people from all walks of life, politicians, celebrities and the great British public".[4]
References[]
- ^ Cohen, Justin (25 May 2007). "Fareweel To Cabbie King". totallyjewish.com. Archived from the original on 27 October 2014. Retrieved 27 October 2014.
- ^ a b "Alfred "Alfie" Collins". Findagrave.com. Retrieved 27 October 2014.
- ^ http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/england/london/6470443.stm BBC News: "Longest serving cabbie honoured"
- ^ http://www.tfl.gov.uk/corporate/media/newscentre/4596.aspx Transport For London: "London's longest serving taxi driver steps down"
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