Urban Transport Next

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Urban Transport Next (from the Urban Transport Group) hosts some of the most influential figures in the transport sector, who debate the topics shaping the future of transport..

  1. FEB 24

    Urban Transport Next: A railway fit for the future

    In this episode, Lord Hendy, Minister of State for Rail, was in conversation with Jason Prince, Director of the Urban Transport Group. During the discussion, Lord Hendy spoke about his experience in the House of Lords; the Railways Bill and what benefits GBR will bring for passengers; and devolution and the role for local areas in the railways. The pair also discussed light rail's role as part of integrated transport systems, the importance of learning from the international transport community and their favourite bus routes.

    52 min

  2. 10/28/2025

    Urban Transport Next: The journey to better buses

    In this episode, Simon Lightwood MP, the Minister for Roads and Buses, was in conversation with Jason Prince, Director of the Urban Transport Group. During the discussion, the Minister focused on the bus: highlighting the importance of buses during his childhood, outlining how the new Bus Services Act will impact services in England, and explaining the role of the bus in driving UK economic growth. The pair also spoke about the forthcoming Integrated National Transport Strategy, transport devolution, accessibility in transport, and micromobility.

    33 min

  3. 09/24/2025

    Urban Transport Next: Blazing the trail

    In this episode, David Skaith, Mayor of York and North Yorkshire, was in conversation with Jason Prince, Director of the Urban Transport Group. In the wide-ranging discussion, the Mayor spoke about his experience of growing up in the region and his use of public transport; the importance of active travel schemes in York, Harrogate and other towns and rural areas: the role of rail; and how York and North Yorkshire is leading the way in many industries, including the manufacturing of zero emission buses.

    1 hr

  4. 09/10/2025

    Urban Transport Next: Keeping the East Midlands moving

    In this episode, Claire Ward, Mayor of the East Midlands, was interviewed by Jason Prince, Director of the Urban Transport Group. During the conversation, the Mayor outlined how the East Midlands region is geographically unique compared to other city regions in UTG membership, and the need to therefore 'think differently' on transport. The pair also discussed the approach to improving bus services in the East Midlands, why rail devolution is so important to the region, and the Mayor's focus on collaboration with communities on transport issues.

    50 min

  5. 02/17/2025

    Urban Transport Next: Journeys for everyone

    In this episode, Richard Parker, Mayor of the West Midlands, was in conversation with the freelance journalist Laura Laker. During the discussion, the Mayor spoke about his background and route into politics; his own experience of using public transport in the West Midlands; his plans for buses and trams in the region, and his 'duty' to tackle road safety. Urban Transport Next is supported by AtkinsRéalis.

    1h 1m

  6. 11/25/2024

    Urban Transport Next: Northern routes

    In this episode, Kim McGuinness, North East Mayor, was in conversation with Julie Elliott, the former MP for Sunderland Central. In the wide-ranging discussion, the Mayor spoke about her experiences of using public transport growing up in the North East; her plans for franchising bus services and extending the Tyne and Wear Metro; improving safety for women and girls on the transport network; and how transport is an enabler - providing access to opportunities for all.

    1 hr

  7. 09/09/2024

    Urban Transport Next: Ticket to ride

    In this episode, Steve Rotheram, Mayor of the Liverpool City Region, was in conversation with Simone Roche MBE, founder of the We Are Power, Northern Power Women Awards, and PoWEr Up Collective CIC. During the discussion, the Mayor talked about the importance of the bus and the region's decision to franchise services; the pride he feels towards the new Merseyrail train fleet; making women and girls feel safer on transport networks; and the progress made on active travel in Liverpool City Region.

    58 min

  8. 01/23/2024

    Urban Transport Next: Forging ahead

    In this episode, Oliver Coppard, Mayor of South Yorkshire, was in conversation with Louisa Harrison-Walker, Chief Executive of the Sheffield Chamber of Commerce. During the discussion, the Mayor spoke about the potential opportunities that franchised bus services could bring, the challenges of meeting net zero targets and boosting active travel, and the rationale for bringing South Yorkshire’s tram network under public control.

    58 min
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Urban Transport Next (from the Urban Transport Group) hosts some of the most influential figures in the transport sector, who debate the topics shaping the future of transport..

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  • Creator
    Urban Transport Group
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    27
  • Rating
    Clean
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