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Helen Godwin: Devolution, Bristol’s Future & Women in Politics | Planning After Dark

In this special International Women’s Day episode, the Planning After Dark podcast sits down with Helen Godwin, Mayor of the West of England, to talk about leadership, devolution and the future of the region. Helen shares her journey from politically curious teenager to metro mayor, and discusses what it really takes to lead a combined authority covering Bristol, Bath and South Gloucestershire. The conversation explores the opportunities – and challenges – facing the West of England, including transport infrastructure, investment, housing growth and the role of mayors in driving regional development. We also discuss: • Why the mayoral model matters for England’s cities • How devolution could reshape planning and development • Women in leadership and politics • Bristol’s economic strengths and future potential • Balancing politics, family life and public scrutiny Plus: karaoke choices, social media strategies and the famous pink jacket. Planning After Dark is the podcast about planning, development and politics – with candid conversations from across the built environment. Subscribe for more conversations with the people shaping places across the UK.