5 Key UK Journalists Covering Transport and Infrastructure

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Who Are the Top UK Journalists Covering Transport and Infrastructure?

Gill Plimmer - Infrastructure Correspondent - Financial Times

Gill is the Infrastructure Correspondent at the Financial Times, whose content focuses on policy and regulation of UK infrastructure sectors from water, energy, transport and utilities.

In recent years, Plimmer has closely covered developments across the UK water industry, as well as the future of high-speed rail and wider issues surrounding transport planning, including the UK’s 10-year infrastructure strategy.

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Gwyn Topham - Transport Correspondent- The Guardian

Gwyn is a longstanding Transport Correspondent at The Guardian, with reporting focusing on rail, aviation and public transportation. Topham's recent work surrounds a range of topics, from rail fare increases to the future of HS2.

His journalism often investigates the public’s interest surrounding industry changes and offers in depth analysis of the issues that are shaping the transport industry to date. Topham is also the author of ‘Overboard: The Stories Cruise Lines Don’t Want Told’, which offers readers an insight into the cruise industry and highlights issues surrounding safety and passenger experiences.

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Ben Clatworthy - Transport and Travel Correspondent - The Times

Ben is the Transport and Travel Correspondent at The Times, with a particular focus on aviation, electric vehicles, and the progress of decarbonising UK transport.

His recent work follows a wide range of topics, from Uber’s recent trial of driverless cars to answering questions on aviation safety. In 2018, Clatworthy was commended as the Travel Journalist of the Year at the National Press Awards for his impactful and insightful coverage of the industry.

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Gareth Corfield - Travel Correspondent - The Telegraph  

Gareth is the Travel Correspondent at The Telegraph, who specialises in a wide range of topics surrounding aviation, railways, road transport and infrastructure. His reporting focuses primarily on policy decisions for transportation and technological advancements that are shaping the UK.

Corfield’s previous role was the Senior Technology Reporter at The Telegraph, where his work focused on writing about cybersecurity and digital innovation before his transition to transport journalism.

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Guy Taylor - Transport and Infrastructure Correspondent - City AM

Guy is the Transport and Infrastructure Correspondent at City AM, whose content specialises in aviation, logistics and infrastructure policies within the UK. His reporting delves into significant projects, from investments in offshore wind supply chains, to government legislative announcements.

Taylor’s work has seen him commended in the industry, as he achieved a place in MHP's 30 to Watch award for young journalists in 2025, recognising his contributions and impact on the sector.

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