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Black Cab Show

Black Cab Show

Brian Garvey

News, current affairs and entertainment in London UK pertaining to black cab drivers, londoners, tourists and businesses alike. From those that capture the pulse and the spirit of the city to those who want to know how London ticks, from those that are the cogs and sensors in the mechanical and digital machine that is London to those that want to understand, partake and absorb it. Black Cab Show intends to bring industry specific issues and topics as well as those of general interest. Listen to the stories of London's taxi drivers, about their lives and stories of their passengers. As custodians of the traditions and ways of London Town, who better to show you this world leading city, than its' cabbies
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June 29th 2022 UTAG Committee Interview
Brian Garvey discusses the latest developments with the UTAG committee., Karen Procter, Lee Dacosta, Angela Clarkson and Trevor Merralls
The Bishopsgate Bus Gate and Part 8 cases are on the agenda.

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Black Cab Show - Heathrow UCG Taxi Driver Rep Gary Long
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04/12/22 • 19 min

London Taxis operate out of London Heathrow airport.
In this episode we interview Gary Long of the United Cabbies Group, an airport driver representative, dealing with their issues and problems.
Points of particular note include the lockdown at the airport and post covid19 pandemic measures, the drop off fee, gate toll charges on the taxi feeder park and the general work environment for drivers at Heathrow

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Black Cab Show - Bishopsgate Busgate Trial Update
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12/15/20 • 25 min

Hosted by Brian Garvey with guests Trevor Merralls , a director of United Trade Action Group and Karen Procter, United Cabbies Group Chair and member of the steering committee of UTAG
The second episode of Black Cab Show, deals with an update and a little post mortem on the Bishopsgate Busgate trial, prior to the judgement being given. At the time of publishing, it is still eagerly anticipated
Also discussed, the potential for compensation and how it is best dealt with, contrary to current potential rumours within the cab trade
Black Cab Show United Trade Action Group
<www.blackcabshow.com> <www.utag.london>
Twitter @blackcabshow Twitter @UTAG17
email [email protected] email [email protected]
0800 3029460

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Black Cab Show - UTAG Directors Interview
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11/14/20 • 66 min

The inaugral podcast of Black Cab Show featuring presenter Brian Garvey, conducting an interview with Trevor Merralls and Angela Clarkson, concerning the High Court legal action UTAG are taking concerning the Bishopsgate bus gate.
A socially distanced remote interview, undertook during the tier2 restrictions in London and under the 2nd Lockdown, on account of the covid19 pandemic.
Website www.utag.london
Twitter @UTAG17

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Black Cab Show - London Cabbies Share Their Thoughts on UTAG
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11/22/21 • 43 min

In this episode Brian Garvey interviews a selection of London Cabbies of varying years of service, on their work life experiences and opinions on the ongoing UTAG actions.
Paul White of the RMT details the history and relevance of the London taxi drivers exclusive right to ply for hire. @fairwaypaul
Claire Zazzara explains the impact of how TfL policies on taxi and private hire, have impacted on her working life throughout her career as a London taxi driver. @primrosetaxi
James Clarkson gives great analogies on his observations from being a Knowledge boy to becoming a fully fledged London taxi driver @KnowledgeBoy87
Paulo Al Meida as a current Knowledge student remarks upon how he sees UTAG as being an investment in his future chosen career as a London taxi driver
Lenny Etheridge, stalwart and seasoned taxi activist drops gems of wisdom on London taxi drivers should embrace the UTAG campaign for establishing and upholding London taxi drivers rights and working practices @lennythepen

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In this episode, three ongoing issues are addressed.
Brian Garvey interviews the UTAG steering committee of Angela Clarkson, Karen Procter and Trevor Merralls
Angela speaks on the Bishopsgate Busgate case, Karen discusses the JR of TfL's licence issuance to Kapten aka FreeNow and Trevor details the subsequent Part 8 hearing which has developed on account of the aforementioned Judicial Review
After a 6 month hiatus, the Black Cab Show is back, as the fortunes of the cab trade recover as drivers return to work and the economy restarts after the lockdown measures imposed upon us all by the government in response to the Covid19 pandemic

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Black Cab Show - Jody Graber, Independent Islington Candidate
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04/27/21 • 20 min

In this episode, Brian Garvey, interviews, Jody Graber, an independent candidate for Islington council to be held on May 6, in the local elections alongside the mayoral election.
He sights the reasons for the formation of , We Are Islington, and its' subsequent development into becoming a platform for his candidacy in the local elections.
We Are Islington
https://www.facebook.com/groups/2417732491853719/
Twitter @weareislington
Black Cab Show is a Black Cab Media production
[email protected]
Twitter @blackcabshow

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Hot on the heels of episode 4, we bring you episode 5 as the UTAG court actions proceed thick and fast
Trevor Merralls and Karen Procter give some explanation for the reasons for the JR appeal application made by UTAG upon the licencing of Kapten by Transport for London.
The elephant in the room, plying for hire , is discussed and cited by Justice Beverley Lang in the granting of the full appeal
This is the fifth episode of Black Cab Show, brought to you by Brian Garvey and the team at Black Cab Media
#freenow #p4h #kapten #uber

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Black Cab Show - TfL Appeal UTAG Bishopsgate Win 15/04/21
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04/15/21 • 56 min

Black Cab Show is the premier news media outlet for the London Taxi Trade with over 5000 downloads in the first 3 episodes.
Black Cab Show host, Brian Garvey, speaks again with UTAG representatives, Trevor Merralls, Angela Clarkson and Karen Procter.
TfL have appealed the judgement handed down by Justice Lang. UTAG representatives explain the process, grounds and prospects of this appeal
News of two other UTAG cases are also explained, concerning Tottenham Court Road and Camden Council and the TfL licencing of Kapten/FreeNow
Black Cab Show is a Black Cab Media production available for contact at <[email protected]>
#LTN #TfL #UTAG #UTAG17 #Streetscape #taxi #UCG

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In the 3rd episode of Black Cab Show, the handing down of Mrs Justice Lang's judgement has spelt victory for UTAG.
An interview with Trevor Merralls, Angela Clarkson and Karen Procter of the United Trade Action Group, who brought the case along with the London Taxi Drivers Association.
In this podcast they answer Brian Garvey's questions concerning the judgement and further implications
Press and enquiries for UTAG
www.utag.london
January 20th 2021

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FAQ

How many episodes does Black Cab Show have?

Black Cab Show currently has 10 episodes available.

What topics does Black Cab Show cover?

The podcast is about Society & Culture, London, Personal Journals, Podcasts and Travel.

What is the most popular episode on Black Cab Show?

The episode title 'UTAG Committee Latest News, Bishopsgate Bus gate and Part 8 Hearing' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Black Cab Show?

The average episode length on Black Cab Show is 44 minutes.

How often are episodes of Black Cab Show released?

Episodes of Black Cab Show are typically released every 44 days, 23 hours.

When was the first episode of Black Cab Show?

The first episode of Black Cab Show was released on Nov 14, 2020.

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