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Liverpool Daily Echo

June 20, 2008, Friday

'Spy' in the black cab puts brakes on attacks

THE use of CCTV cameras in Liverpool's black cabs has been declared a resounding success by a leading taxi dealership.

Liverpool's owner drivers have claimed a dramatic reduction in abuse and attacks against them following the installation of the hi-tech surveillance systems.

Launched last year, the 'ICU' CCTV camera systems from Taxifix Ltdwere initially part-funded by the Liverpool Chamber of Commerce.

Available in four packages - Bronze, Silver, Gold and Platinum-the systems provide increased security to meet the requirements of today's professional taxi driver.

As a taximan for five years, William Blain didn't hesitate to install a Gold package CCTV camera system from Taxifix.

He says: "With false insurance claims on the rise, it didn't take me long to realise the benefits of CCTV. People see the screen and immediately reassess their intentions."

Also feeling safer following the installation of a CCTV system is Kevin Brown: "Since installation the camera has instantly resolved a number of insurance disputes.

"It captures footage that provides vital evidence when making a claim," he says.

Taxifix boss Damian Lynch said: "As Liverpool continues to celebrate its Capital of Culture status, the safety of taxi drivers and their passengers is of paramount importance to us.

"Our CCTV packages protect drivers who feel increasingly exposed to violent attacks from unruly passengers.

"We've also had tremendous feedback from passengers, especially women, who now feel a lot safer travelling in a taxi.

"These systems not only increase security they also resolve insurance problems by giving a taxi round the clock surveillance by covering the vehicle inside and out."
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Nice to see.

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IDFIMH

Taxifix years ago put together the CCTV- system that I have in my Hackney's... and all credit to them...But what needs to be said now... is that it was the T&G in Liverpool that pushed for the grants..... Now as a sales aid Taxifix are selling new cab's with the new cameras paid for by the grants.

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Justice for the 96. It has only taken 27 years...........repeat the same lies for 27 years and the truth sounds strange to people!

Your point being what, exactly?



Feel free to be as specific as you like?


Over to you Mr. T.?

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All animals are equal but some animals are more equal than others.
George Orwell, "Animal Farm"

Now let's see, how can I say this in a simple fashion that you will understand..... I know have you been to Iceland lately... you know.. buy one get one free....
Buy a new TX 4.... and get a free CCTV...
This offer only lasts as long as Liverpool are paying...

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Justice for the 96. It has only taken 27 years...........repeat the same lies for 27 years and the truth sounds strange to people!

So it's a anyone can buy scheme?

Your taxi doesn't have to be plated in Liverpool?


Seems a bit strange Liverpool council picking up the tab for vehicles used in other areas . . . .

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All animals are equal but some animals are more equal than others.
George Orwell, "Animal Farm"

No just for Liverpool free CCTV

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Justice for the 96. It has only taken 27 years...........repeat the same lies for 27 years and the truth sounds strange to people!

Ah "just for Liverpool" you got there in the end

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All animals are equal but some animals are more equal than others.
George Orwell, "Animal Farm"

I do find at times.. that with certain people the obvious is hard to explain

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Justice for the 96. It has only taken 27 years...........repeat the same lies for 27 years and the truth sounds strange to people!

got no CCTV in my cab settle driver,it's hard enoght to get a bulb replaced never mind CCTV

settle driver

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Justice for the 96. It has only taken 27 years...........repeat the same lies for 27 years and the truth sounds strange to people!