Gemma Sherlock

Gemma Sherlock is a digital journalist with over a decade of experience, currently working at BBC News North West (BBCNWT) where she covers regional news and human-interest stories. She began her career in 2014 at the Lancaster Guardian and Morecambe Visitor, later becoming commercial content editor at Reach plc in 2018. Sherlock transitioned to BBC News in 2021, focusing on impactful local reporting such as her coverage of an eight-hour wildfire in Cumbria. She also hosts the @ImFinePodcast_ exploring personal narratives and mental health. Her career highlights include breaking news stories about community issues, environmental emergencies, and social trends, demonstrating her skill in translating local events into compelling national narratives.