Beth Rigby

Beth Rigby is the Political Editor at Sky News, a role she has held since 2019 and continues to occupy as of mid-2025, as confirmed by her recent bylines, live broadcasts, and public appearances. She is the first woman to hold this position at Sky News and is a prominent figure in British political journalism, regularly anchoring major news bulletins and leading high-profile interviews, including televised town halls with political leaders during the 2024 general election. Rigby began her journalism career at the Financial Times in 1998, where she advanced from trainee to Consumer Industries Editor, then Chief Political Correspondent, and Deputy Political Editor. She later joined The Times as Media Editor before moving to Sky News in 2016, initially as Senior Political Correspondent, then Deputy Political Editor, and finally Political Editor. Rigby is known for her incisive, persistent questioning style, her ability to distill complex political developments into accessible analysis, and her distinctive on-air presence. She hosts the weekly podcast 'Electoral Dysfunction' and the interview series 'Beth Rigby Interviews.' Her work has earned her multiple accolades, including Political Journalist of the Year at the 2024 Royal Television Society awards and the inaugural Woman of the Year award at the 2024 Women in Journalism awards. Rigby is recognized for her commitment to clarity, her willingness to challenge power, and her efforts to revive the long-form interview format. She is based in London and is regarded as a leading authority on UK politics, with a reputation for editorial rigor and a unique, relatable voice that stands out in the Westminster lobby.