Voice of Taxi Drivers (VOTD) organises peaceful protests, meetings, awareness campaigns, and community events to protect the rights and livelihoods of taxi drivers across Ireland.
Our events focus on fair regulation, transparency, accountability, and the protection of Ireland’s regulated taxi meter system.
We encourage all licensed taxi drivers to participate, stay informed, and stand united for a fairer and stronger taxi industry.
Upcoming Events
Upcoming Protests — November 2026
Protest 1 — Thursday, 12 November 2026
TWO SIMULTANEOUS TAXI CONVOYS
Time: 4:00 PM
Convoy 1: Circle K Petrol Station, Dublin Port → Custom House Quay → Merrion Square.
Convoy 2: Swords → Dublin Airport.
Protest 2 — Wednesday, 18 November 2026
MAJOR SLOW-MOVING TAXI CONVOY
Route, assembly point and starting time will be announced shortly.
Protest 3 — Tuesday, 24 November 2026
MASS SIT-IN PROTEST
Proposed location: Outside NTA Headquarters or the Taoiseach’s Office / Leinster House.
Final location and starting time will be confirmed.
All VOTD demonstrations are intended to be peaceful and conducted in coordination with the relevant authorities where required.
United for Fairness, Transparency & Drivers’ Rights.
Past Events
Past VOTD Protests — October 2026
13 October 2026 — Peaceful Protest at NTA Headquarters
Location: NTA Headquarters, Smithfield, Dublin
Time: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
VOTD organised a peaceful demonstration attended by approximately 350–400 taxi drivers, according to organisers.
A memorandum outlining drivers’ concerns regarding regulated taxi fares, transparency and regulatory accountability was submitted to the National Transport Authority.
28 October 2026 — Dublin Taxi Convoy Protest
Location: Dublin City Centre
Start Time: 4:00 PM
VOTD organised a peaceful, slow-moving taxi convoy through Dublin City Centre.
Route: Conyngham Road → North Quays → Eden Quay → Beresford Place → City Quay → Lombard Street → Westland Row → Merrion Square.
Organisers reported participation by more than 500 vehicles.
The demonstration highlighted concerns about fixed-fare arrangements, regulated meter protection and transparency within Ireland’s taxi industry.
VOTD — United for Fairness, Transparency & Drivers’ Rights.
