David Gray is Professor of Transport Policy. Specialising in rural transport policy and transport policy in Scotland, Professor Gray was seconded to the Scottish Executive to assist Ministers in the preparation of the National Transport Strategy. Notable reports include 'Car Dependence in Rural Scotland' (with Professor John Farrington) for the Scottish Executive, and 'Rural Transport: an overview of key issues for The Commission for Integrated Transport'.

Areas of Expertise

• Rural transport policy
• Scottish transport policy
• Social capital

Research Interests

David has carried out research on a range of transport issues including the introduction of road user charging in the UK; the case for bus priority in the UK; and demand for yellow school bus services. He also supervises doctoral research, currently that of Jeuel John.