Royal honour awarded to Taxi Charity’s Dick Goodwin in the Netherlands
- Perry Richardson
- May 8
- 2 min read
Dick Goodwin, Vice President of the Taxi Charity for Military Veterans, has received the distinguished honour of Knight in the Order of Orange-Nassau. The award was granted by King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands during Dutch Liberation Day commemorations in Wageningen.
The honour was presented by the Mayor of Wageningen, Floor Vermeulen, alongside the Mayor of Renkum, Agnes Schaap, who formally pinned the insignia. It recognises the outstanding efforts of a British citizen in fostering international friendship and supporting Dutch society.
Since 2004, Goodwin has played a central role in the Taxi Charity, helping to organise visits and commemorative events for veterans across the UK and Europe. His work has included key anniversaries in the Netherlands, Normandy and other locations with historic military links.
Goodwin has focused much of his efforts on maintaining ties between British veterans and the Dutch people, particularly through educational outreach. He has encouraged meaningful exchanges between veterans and younger generations, often through school visits and community events.
His involvement in Dutch Liberation Day, the Airborne March and Market Garden commemorations has built enduring relationships. The work continues to allow veterans to return to historic sites, remember those who served, and engage with those who now live in the communities once impacted by conflict.
Colin Mills, London cab driver and Chairman of the Taxi Charity for Military Veterans, said: “We are absolutely thrilled that Dick Goodwin has been awarded the title of Knight in the Order of Orange-Nassau. His dedication to the veterans we support, and to preserving the bonds between the UK and the Netherlands, is extraordinary. Dick embodies everything the Taxi Charity stands for, service, compassion, and remembrance and this honour is a fitting tribute to the many years he has devoted to ensuring our veterans are celebrated, supported, and never forgotten.”
