Lord McLoughlin chaired his final Transport for the North (TfN) board meeting on Monday, 15th September, as his four-year term comes to an end. The former Transport Secretary will be stepping down this autumn.
During his tenure, Lord McLoughlin worked with political leaders to agree on a second Strategic Transport Plan aimed at unlocking sustainable growth in the North of England. He also led the board’s successful opposition to the government’s plans to close railway station ticket offices and was a strong advocate for increased investment in rail infrastructure and services.
Martin Tugwell, Chief Executive of Transport for the North, said: “I know political leaders and partners from across the North will join me in thanking Lord McLoughlin for his service to the Board. His insight and experience, including as a former Transport Secretary, has helped guide our Board and the TfN team over the last few years in working together to secure investment in the North’s transport system.”
The board meeting is being held in Darlington to mark the 200th anniversary of the world’s first passenger rail services, which began in 1825 with the Stockton to Darlington railway.
Mayors and council leaders from across the region will discuss a range of topics, including regional growth, spending review outcomes, and rail freight priorities. The meeting will be recorded and made available online.
An announcement regarding Lord McLoughlin’s successor is expected in the coming weeks.
- Full agenda & recording: here
- Find out more about Railway 200
