Daniel is Senior Research Officer at the Centre for London. He is responsible for the project management, research and advocacy for the Centre’s Developing London research programme, as well as supporting the Centre’s commissioned research through the London Policy Lab. As a specialist on the intersection of the built environment and public policy, Daniel is also responsible for coordinating the Centre’s research and advocacy on planning and spatial development policy.

Before joining Centre for London, Daniel worked in research roles for public affairs agency LCA, and as a senior researcher for a policy conference production company, focusing on issues of local governance, infrastructure, and social policy. He has also written extensively as a freelance journalist, with bylines in Metro, The Independent, Big Issue, and Daily Mirror, exploring themes of political geography, urban change and public policy.

Daniel’s research is grounded in a deep understanding of how cities function, with particular interest in local government, planning, and regeneration. He holds a Master of Research (MRes) in History and a BA (Hons) in History and Politics from the University of Portsmouth. He is also a published academic author of research into the cultural history of British television comedy. Outside of work, Daniel enjoys live jazz and blues, gaming and afternoon tea.

What do you love about London?

Having moved to London from the Dorset coast, the ability to cross town on public transport and connect with places and people is a huge benefit to the city, economy, and culture. Plus, it opens up possibilities for hundreds of restaurants to visit.

What would you change about London if you could?

While its connectivity is excellent, the city’s experience of loneliness and isolation for many people runs in parallel to an irregular, unequal economy. I would be excited to see a marked shift in approach to development which boosts inclusion and supports all of London to prosper and grow.