Adam Tranter, the Cycling and Walking Commissioner for the Mayor of the West Midlands, has today (Monday 13 May) announced that he is stepping down from his role.
Adam Tranter said: “Working as Cycling & Walking Commissioner has been a tremendous privilege and a real opportunity to help make our streets both safer and better for walking and cycling. I’m especially grateful to Andy Street for his backing and support since my appointment in December 2021.
“Following the election, I have made the decision to step aside for the new administration to be able to develop their own active travel plans. I’m assured that this agenda is an important one for the new Mayor and I will be happy to support wherever I can.
“The West Midlands is my home region and helping make a change here has been an honour. It hasn’t always been easy but I’m grateful for the support and partnership working of TfWM and local authority colleagues, Active Travel England and the vast number of community groups and supporters who also want to see more cycling and walking infrastructure. This job has only been possible because of the vision, courage and collaboration shown by a host of politicians across the region, from parties of all colours, and I trust it will continue to be a priority for them.”
First appointed in 2021, Adam has helped deliver a number of projects across the region to improve cycling and walking facilities, as well as bring road safety to the top of the agenda.
Richard Parker, Mayor of the West Midlands said, “We are really grateful for all Adam has done in his time as Cycling and Walking Commissioner. His work for the region has helped to make the WMCA one of Active Travel England’s highest rated authorities.
“He has campaigned tirelessly to expand the network for walking and cycling, helping to secure over £35 million for the region, and to improve road safety. Encouraging residents to travel in ways that are more healthy for them and the environment, and making those routes safer, continue to be top priorities for me, which is why I am delighted that Adam will continue to work with us informally over the coming months.”
The Mayor of the West Midlands is set to meet with council leaders, the Police and Crime Commissioner, and community groups over the next few months to agree a collaborative approach that will keep active travel and road safety as priorities for the West Midlands.