30 to watch

Celebrating emerging
talent in journalism and politics

30 To Watch

Our prestigious 30 to Watch Awards have celebrated the rising stars of journalism and politics for more than a decade.

12
years of championing young and exciting talent in the industry
350+
winners selected from thousands of entries
100+
judges, leading figures from the worlds of media and politics
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30 To Watch: Journalism

30 to Watch Journalism celebrates the most talented and influential young journalists in Britain.

Each year, 30 winners under 30 are chosen in recognition of their outstanding investigation, storytelling and impact. Gold winners are selected for eight different categories, ranging from News to Culture, Entertainment & Lifestyle.

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30 To Watch: Politics

30 to Watch Politics celebrates the people producing fresh policy thinking, shedding new light on issues and broadening public engagement with politics.

Each year, 30 winners under 30 are chosen in recognition of their outstanding thinking, communication and impact. Gold winners are selected for eight different categories, ranging from Legislator of the Year to Campaigner of the Year.

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“This group can be accurately described as the future of our industry.”

John Ryley, Head of Sky News

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19 Dec 2022

Meet the 30 to Watch Politics Winners

Our new 30 To Watch: Politics Awards recognise the best young talent in British politics – the people producing fresh policy thinking, shedding new light on issues and broadening public engagement w...See More

07 Nov 2022

30 To Watch Politics Awards 2022

Our new 30 To Watch: Politics Awards recognise the best young talent in British politics – the people producing fresh policy thinking, shedding new light on issues and broadening public engagement w...See More

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