Sustrans has announced that James Cleeton is its new London Director, following an extensive recruitment and selection process.

Mr Cleeton most recently held the post of Sustrans Interim London Director and was formerly our England South Director.

He’s been a Sustrans colleague since 2012 and brings 20 years’ worth of experience in the environmental sector.  As Director of England South James led regional teams, enabling them to create greener, healthier and happier places for everyone.

During James’ decade at Sustrans, he’s led teams delivering technical support, community engagement, street design, behaviour change and volunteering.

In his new role as London Director, James will report to Matt Winfield, Sustrans England Director.

James will work closely with partners across the capital, including local authorities, Transport for London, schools and communities.

James will oversee our diverse range of work in London, including:

• delivering school and workplace projects
• designing Low Traffic Neighbourhoods and Healthy Streets
• engaging residents and businesses to achieve design solutions that will make it easier for everyone to walk, wheel and cycle.