The Mayor appointed two commissioners in January 2025 to deliver on his pledges to improve road safety and boost cycling and walking across the region.
The commissioners will advise on road safety and active travel – the collective term for cycling and walking, working with the Mayor’s new transport taskforce.
They will work closely with Transport for West Midlands (TfWM) and partners, including the police, fire service and local councils, to deliver for the people of the region.
Road Safety Commissioner
Mat MacDonald is an NHS doctor with experience supporting victims of road collisions and is chair of the Better Streets for Birmingham group – set up in the wake of a series of fatal road collisions in the city. He is the UK’s first road safety commissioner.
Active Travel Commissioner
Beccy Marston brings 17 years of experience working with communities, councils, charities and private sector organisations on initiatives to encourage more people to cycle and walk.