Paul Williams

Paul Williams was chosen to be a Torchbearer by his colleagues at the London Taxi Company in Coventry where he works as a cell leader, manufacturing the iconic London Taxi and their association with the Blackhorse. For over 10 years Paul has worked with youths in the Coventry area, providing support, mentoring and organisation to help keep them on the right path and away from the temptations that often present themselves in inner city areas. Initially Paul`s involvement was through football programmes, but lately Paul has worked as a volunteer with Staffordshire and West Midlens probation trust. Through this voluntary work Paul has brough about direct and positive changes in the lives of those he works with, including getting them through substance misuse programmes and off drugs so that they can start to rebuild their lives.