Isabel Oakeshott

Isabel Oakeshott is a British Political Journalist and Broadcaster who was the previous Political Editor of The Sunday Times. Best known for her story on how Chris Huhne passed penalty points onto his wife, she has written many newspaper articles and books throughout her career. She is currently working with the Daily Mail and has also become a speaker at many different events.

Isabel started her career working in Scotland for the East Lothian Courier, Edinburgh Evening News, Daily Record, Sunday Mirror, and the Daily Mail. After showcasing her talent, Oakeshott moved to the Sunday Times to become the political editor. Due to her persuasive writing style, Isabel has been given many high-profile cases to address, including the R v Huhne case and the leaked diplomatic memos criticizing the Trump Administration. Her writing is admired by many, and in 2011 was awarded the ‘Political Journalist of the Year’ by The Press Awards.

Remarkably, Isabel was one of the three teams of experts named by BBC as the “brightest and best of their generation and the best political panel in the business.” She is now appearing on multiple BBC television and radio programmes, including Question Time, The World at One, Any Questions, Westminster Hour, and Woman’s Hour.  Progressing her writing career, Isabel has also written multiple books which focus on political viewpoints from lots of different party members. Her first book ‘Inside Out’ was published in 2010 and led to four more books being released after this point.

Isabel Oakeshott has become a renowned writer due to her journalistic talent and a keen eye for finding a story. She has focused on many popular political cases and has implemented that knowledge into her books, television appearances and now her speaking events. When looking for a speaker who is willing to open up about the knowledge and experiences she has gained throughout her career, look no further than Isabel Oakeshott.