Adam Simmons

Adam is Director of Strategic Planning at government-owned company National Highways (formerly Highways England), which is responsible for operating England’s 4,500 mile strategic road network of motorways and major A-roads.

Adam leads National Highways’ work to prepare for Road Period 3 and beyond. He is responsible for producing evidence and plans to support National Highways’ programme of work for operating, maintaining and improving motorways and major A-roads during this period and beyond.

This includes National Highways’ Connecting the Country long-term plan, Strategic Road Network Initial Report, Strategic Business Plan and Delivery Plan, as well as other evidence and advice to government. Adam has been a senior leader in public sector transport for more than 15 years.