Known for her work as Sky News’s first female Political Editor, Beth Rigby is a highly experienced news reporter who focuses on the UK Government and politics in general. 

Beth has demonstrated her skills as a moderator,  leading interviews and political discussions on her Sky News podcast, Beth Rigby Interviews. Guests have included prominent figures such as Boris Johnson, Rishi Sunak, and Dame Emma Thompson, showcasing her ability to navigate both political and cultural conversations with insight and authority.

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Named the “stand-out political broadcaster of our times” by the Royal Television Society, Beth Rigby is a popular face on our TV screens and is now a highly respected political host and facilitator for corporate events.

Beth has always been deeply interested in social and political news, a passion that began with her Social and Political Science studies at the University of Cambridge and an MA in Latin American Studies, Economics, and Development Studies from the University of London. She began her journalism career at The Financial Times, where she spent 13 years and rose through roles such as Hedge Fund Correspondent, Consumer Industries Editor, and Deputy Political Editor. After a brief stint at The Times as Media Editor, she covered major events like the financial crash, general elections, and the Scottish independence referendum.

Beth transitioned to television in 2016, joining Sky News, now serving as Political Editor. She frequently shares her expertise across platforms, contributing to The Andrew Marr Show, Good Morning Britain, Have I Got News For You, and more.

Beth’s voice extends to radio, where she has presented on Radio 4’s What the Papers Say and The Week in Westminster. As an accomplished journalist, broadcaster, and moderator, Beth covers topics ranging from current affairs to finance, delivering sharp analysis and facilitating thoughtful dialogue in all her roles

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Beth Rigby is a prominent journalist and Political Editor at Sky News, known for her incisive reporting and interviews with high-profile figures like Boris Johnson and Dame Emma Thompson. With a background in print and broadcast media, she brings expertise in politics, current affairs, and finance, hosting the podcast "Beth Rigby Interviews" and contributing to major TV and radio programs.