Colin Young

Colin Young is a seasoned journalist with a multifaceted career spanning sports and business reporting. As the Business and Sport Journalist at Bdaily since at least 2021, he covers North East business developments and regional sports teams like Sunderland AFC, Durham Women FC, and Newcastle United. His career includes significant roles as Ireland correspondent for the Daily Mail, where he documented the Republic of Ireland's Euro 2012 qualification. Young chairs the North East Football Writers' Association (NEFWA), organizing annual awards celebrating regional football achievements. He has co-authored notable biographies, including Chris Kamara's autobiography and Jack Charlton's official biography. His reporting often highlights community impact, economic growth in the North East, and gender equality in sports.