Episode 52

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11th Feb 2025

Why being Transport Secretary is far from being all powerful

What happens when the people making the decisions about transport policy don’t have the power to act on the issues that matter most to road users?

From potholes to smart motorways and the future of road user charging, former Transport Secretary Chris Grayling joins us on this week's Highways Voices to share insider insights on the challenges of governing the UK's transport network.

This episode explores how decisions are made, the slow-moving machine of Whitehall, and the evolving role of technology in shaping the future of mobility.

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You'll Discover the real reasons why potholes persist despite government funding, gain insights into the politics and practicality of smart motorways and road safety strategies, and understand the future of road user charging and its potential impact on motorists.

Hear first hand from a former Transport Secretary about the realities of decision-making in government—press play now!

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Highways Voices: Talking Roads and Transport Technology innovation
The highways and transport technology industries' podcast from Highways-News.com
The Highways Voices podcast is a must-listen for professionals in the Highways and Transport Technology industries covering construction, maintenance, Intelligent Transport Systems and Public Transportation.

Presented by leading journalists Paul Hutton and Adrian Tatum, you’ll hear industry leaders sharing insights you won’t hear anywhere else, giving you a taste of the latest thinking about the sector's new techniques and technologies, collaborations and innovations. All in the time it takes for an average daily commute (or dog walk!).

We bring you keynote-speaker quality guests into your phone or laptop, ensuring every time you listen you’ll learn something new you can use in your day-to-day job.

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Highways Voices is the weekly podcast from Highways-News.com. In it, Paul Hutton and Adrian Tatum speak to thought leaders, decision makers and inventors in the highways and transport technology industries. New editions are unloaded every Wednesday.