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Ben Wright

Gain insights into the complexities of British politics and the impact of global events with Ben Wright, speaker and Chief Political Correspondent for Radio 4.

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Ben Wright, Speaker | Chief Political Correspondent

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Ben Wright's biography

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  • Chief Political Correspondent for BBC Radio 4
  • Specialist on British politics and Brexit
  • Author of "Order! Order! The Rise and Fall of Political Drinking"
Ben Wright, Chief Political Correspondent for the BBC, has been with the organisation since 2008. He appears regularly on BBC News at 6 and News at 10, as well as on Radio 4 programmes like Today and The World at One.  Ben has reported extensively on political issues affecting Britain, covering significant events such as general elections, budgets, and the expenses scandal. He was appointed Chief Political Correspondent for Radio 4 in 2012 and later moved to Washington, where he continued to focus on stories with political relevance to the UK. He has also reported from various locations, including India, Afghanistan, and Brussels, where he was involved in David Cameron’s EU negotiations. Ben is recognised as a specialist on Brexit. In addition to his reporting, Ben occasionally presents Radio 4 programmes such as The World This Weekend and PM. He has authored a book titled "Order! Order! The Rise and Fall of Political Drinking", which examines the changing drinking habits of politicians in Westminster. The book was selected as a book of 2016 by Tatler magazine.

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Book Ben Wright as your speaker to gain unique insights into British politics from a seasoned BBC correspondent. His extensive experience, including coverage of Brexit and global political events, ensures an engaging and informative session that will inspire and inform your team.

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Ben delivers clear, insightful political analysis with authority and composure. His reporting style is balanced and engaging, making complex issues accessible to a wide audience across broadcast and radio platforms.
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Ben Wright specialises in discussing political reporting, Brexit analysis, broadcasting and more.
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