Judith Woods

Judith Woods is a British journalist and opinion columnist with over three decades of experience. She began her career as a reporter for the Edinburgh Evening News in the early 1990s, where she covered human interest stories including a profile of transgender coal miner Gina Smith. Since joining The Daily Telegraph in 2016, she has established herself as a provocative opinion writer focusing on politics, health, and cultural commentary. Her columns frequently address gender-related issues, often taking a contrarian stance against transgender rights and advocating for sex-based rights. Woods has written extensively on UK societal trends, family dynamics, and media ethics, blending personal anecdotes with sharp critiques of modern culture. Her work often sparks debate, particularly through her support for anti-transgender activists and public figures like J.K. Rowling and Kathleen Stock. She maintains a weekly column and contributes feature pieces, demonstrating a preference for opinion-driven narratives over neutral reporting.