Ben Garratt

Ben Garratt is the Deputy Director for Public Affairs at Logistics UK, a position he has held since early 2023. In this role, he leads the newly formed Public Affairs team, which focuses on enhancing relationships with UK and devolved parliaments, governments, and regional authorities. His work is crucial in advocating for the logistics sector and addressing the needs of its members in political and regulatory contexts.123

Background and Experience

Garratt has over 16 years of experience in strategic communications, corporate affairs, and public policy. Prior to joining Logistics UK, he served as the Head of Stakeholder Engagement at LNER (London North Eastern Railway) and held the position of Head of Rail Communications at the UK Department for Transport. His extensive background also includes experience in passenger transport, energy sectors, and Middle East politics.125

Responsibilities

As Deputy Director, Garratt is responsible for:

• Leading the development of Logistics UK's public affairs strategy.
• Engaging with politicians and policymakers to highlight the importance of logistics in supporting economic growth.
• Advocating for evidence-based policies that benefit the logistics sector.14

Personal Insights

Garratt is also noted for his interests outside of his professional role; he has authored a dystopian novel titled The Youth Movement and maintains an active presence on social media where he occasionally blogs about politics.6

Overall, Ben Garratt's leadership at Logistics UK positions him as a key figure in shaping public policy related to the logistics industry in the UK.