Transport as an Enabler - An Interchat With David Skaith
David Skaith, the Mayor of York and North Yorkshire, joins me to discuss the transformative impact of devolution on local governance.
He emphasises the critical role of transport in enabling economic growth, health, and skills of a region with distinct challenges.
In our conversation, Skaith highlights the need for significant investment in bus services and active travel, noting a 50% decline in bus miles over 10 years.
I always enjoy talking to this generation of Mayors, as - far more than central Government - they understand that transport is not a ‘thing’ on its own: it is an essential enabler of a healthy, prosperous society.
This Interchat is a great example.
Interchats are a series of short conversations recorded on the conference floor at Interchange 26 in Manchester.
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