Former Transport and Treasury minister joins consultancy

Charlotte was a UK Transport Minister for five years to November 2023, during which time, she held the Aviation, Maritime, Roads, Security and Local Transport briefs. On leaving the Department for Transport, she joined the Treasury, where she covered Green Finance and Economic Security. 

Charlotte Vere said, “The next decade will be transformational for the transport sector in the UK. Transport leaders will need to navigate and leverage the opportunities from the big shifts, such as shaping and accelerating infrastructure projects, innovating and scaling practical and affordable decarbonisation solutions and, most of all, ensuring that transport continues to serve its users, both passengers and freight. I’m looking forward to working with Stonehaven clients to shape and deliver this transformation through bold, politically deliverable and sustainable, action and investment.”  

Stonehaven Founder Peter Lyburn said, “Charlotte understands the importance of the UK transport industry in delivering the vital aviation, road, rail, bus and maritime improvements needed. We’re delighted to welcome Charlotte to the firm. It will help us build on the growing demand from leadership in the transport sector, who are all looking forward at the opportunities of accelerating policy, to meet the needs of consumer and environmental pressures.” 

The appointment further strengthens Stonehaven’s Transport Expertise following the appointment of Head of Transport Policy Michael Dnes in late-2024, following a near 20-year career at the Department for Transport.  

Charlotte is also a Non-Executive Director of European Cargo, a UK-based cargo airline, and will continue to participate as a member of the House of Lords.