In conversation with Simon Jeffrey, Policy Officer at Centre for Cities, UK. While overseeing the broader policy agenda, Simon is the policy lead on devolution and transport. He focuses on the introduction and development of metro mayors and how cities can improve urban mobility to support more jobs, more housing and higher wages. Simon joined Centre for Cities in 2013, originally working on the Centre’s events programme. He previously worked at the think tank Progress and has a degree in Politics at the University of York.

In this episode, he speaks to us about his interest in politics and processes, moving from the events to the policy team of his organisation and future plans. We also discuss the impact of covid-19 on urban transport and mobility and its long-term impact on the sector.