He's an old friend of mine. They don't have any big sponsors if that's what you are asking, though I am sure he wouldn't refuse. Austin worked in town planning in Newcastle, (as an architect I think), as does the other researcher who does some stuff for them.
Four weekends ago, the TRG organised a conference on the car at the Royal College of Arts which was addressed by a mix of anti and pro-car people, like Meyer Hillmann (Road Safety campaigner) and Ian McAllister (Ford UK). -- Jim heartfield