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Urban Transport Next

Urban Transport Group

Government

Frequency: 1 episode/69d. Total Eps: 30

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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Urban Transport Next: Transport renewal (with Shadow Transport Minister Jerome Mayhew)

Episode 30

Thursday, May 28, 2026 • Duration 55:36

In this episode, Jerome Mayhew MP, Shadow Transport Minister, was in conversation with Jason Prince, Director of the Urban Transport Group.

During the discussion, Jerome talked about the important role of the bus, particularly in rural areas, his role in scrutinising rail reform, active travel, and transport in his constituency of Broadland and Fakenham.

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Urban Transport Next: The future starts here

Episode 29

Thursday, March 26, 2026 • Duration 01:00:41

In this episode, Helen Godwin, Mayor of the West of England, was in conversation with Jason Prince, Director of the Urban Transport Group.

During the discussion, the Mayor spoke passionately about the region she grew up in, the importance of transport to the 'everyday economy', and why the West of England is focusing on 'trust' in its new transport vision.

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Urban Transport Next: Today, tomorrow, together

Episode 28

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 • Duration 44:33

In this episode, Ken Skates, Cabinet Secretary for Transport and North Wales, was in conversation with Jason Prince, Director of the Urban Transport Group. During the discussion, the Cabinet Secretary discussed his motivation for entering politics, the importance of embedding wellbeing into Wales' transport vision and the branding of the Welsh public transport system.

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Urban Transport Next: A railway fit for the future

Episode 27

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 • Duration 51:55

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.

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Urban Transport Next: The journey to better buses

Episode 26

Tuesday, October 28, 2025 • Duration 32:38

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.

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Urban Transport Next: Blazing the trail

Episode 25

Wednesday, September 24, 2025 • Duration 01:00:05

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.

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Urban Transport Next: Keeping the East Midlands moving

Episode 24

Wednesday, September 10, 2025 • Duration 49:36

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.

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Urban Transport Next: Journeys for everyone

Episode 23

Monday, February 17, 2025 • Duration 01:01:20

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.

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Urban Transport Next: Northern routes

Episode 22

Monday, November 25, 2024 • Duration 01:00:11

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.

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Urban Transport Next: Ticket to ride

Episode 21

Monday, September 9, 2024 • Duration 57:35

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.

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