With his wealth of political experience spanning over 30 years, including his time as Secretary of State for Transport, Lord McLoughlin's role at Transport for the North (TfN) is to Chair the TfN Board as well as TfN's Partnership Board.
As Chief Executive, Martin is accountable for the overall performance of the organisation, its integrity, and activities. His extensive professional experience coupled with his drive to make tomorrow better than today means he’s perfectly placed to lead England’s first Sub-national Transport Body, giving the North a strong, unified and determined voice on transport investment to benefit the region.
Darren was appointed Rail and Roads Director at Transport for the North in December 2022, and took up the position in February 2023.
He oversees the work of our Strategic Rail and Major Roads teams, as well as our legal and democratic services. He is also Deputy Chief Executive for the organisation, taking on responsibilities and duties in the absence of the Chief Executive.
Paul Kelly is responsible for the strategic direction of the finance function, including developing Transport for the North’s approach to the funding and financing of the activities proposed in the Strategic Transport Plan.
Katie Day leads our Strategy, Analysis and Communications Directorate, which includes our policy and engagement teams and TAME function.
Her portfolio includes leading the revised Strategic Transport Plan, the updated Northern Powerhouse Independent Economic Review, and establishing a refreshed communications and engagement strategy.
Katie also oversees our decarbonisation, freight and logistics, transport-related social exclusion strategy, and research work.
Julie is Transport for the North’s Head of Legal and Monitoring Officer.
She is the Proper Officer in relation to several roles including the determination of reports made available for public inspection ahead of meetings and the provision of documents to the press.