Ann Frye

Ann is an international specialist on the mobility needs of people with disabilities and older people. She works as an expert advisor to Governments and transport providers both internationally and in the UK on mobility options for people with physical, sensory, neurodiverse, and mental health issues. Ann’s role covers all transport modes and the pedestrian environment. Ann has worked in this field for over 30 years; until 2006 she headed the UK Department for Transport’s Mobility & Inclusion Unit where she led research, legislation, and policy to establish rights and develop technical standards for accessibility. She is currently chair of the Access & Inclusion Forum of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport and the UK Government appointed Ambassador for Disability and Access at Airports. She is a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport and of the Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation and an honorary Transport Planning Professional.