She added: “This kind of shit is happening to disabled people EVERY SINGLE DAY and it is clear proof that the fight for disability rights is far from over.”

As reported by the Guardian, Transport for London has described the incident as “utterly appalling” and said it would investigate. Graham Robinson, TfL’s general manager for taxi and private hire, said in a statement: “This sounds like an utterly appalling incident. We have contacted Ruth for more details so we can carry out a full and urgent investigation.”

Richard Kramer, chief executive at the disability charity, Sense, has shared comment with Stylist, saying: “What has happened to Ruth is shocking and should be investigated. Sadly, we hear far too often from disabled people that have experienced discrimination.

“We must commit as a society to tackling inequality and create a more inclusive society, removing the barriers that disabled people face.”

If someone has been violent or hostile towards you because you live with a disability, please visit the Citizen’s Advice website for information and advice.

Ruth Madeley details how a taxi driver took her wheelchair – and police “didn’t log the incident properly”