In 2024, almost half the people in the world voted in elections, demonstrating the power of democracy in action. But elections are just one part of the democratic process – an informed electorate relies on the journalists, commentators, and independent bodies who uncover the truth, challenge misinformation, and shape public understanding.
In that spirit, we are pleased to announce the Pagefield Awards 2025 – celebrating the individuals who shape our political and media landscape, champion meaningful change, hold power to account, and inform the public debate.
This year, we are bringing together the Pagefield Parliamentarian Awards and the Pagefield Press Awards into a single, flagship event: the Pagefield Awards 2025.
This consolidated celebration – on 18th March – will shine a spotlight on the outstanding achievements of those who drive change, shape public opinion, and elevate our democracy – in Parliament, in the media, and online.
From fearless journalism and impactful campaigning to legislative leadership, the awards will recognise the individuals and organisations that make a real difference to our civic and political life.
I’m also delighted to announce that the evening will be presented by Jonathan Ashworth, Chief Executive of Labour Together.
My thanks also go to Peter Clifton, former Editor-in-Chief of PA Media, for his support in reviewing the nominations from the Pagefield team and narrowing down our long list to the shortlists for each category, each of which are now being judged by our esteemed judging panel, made up of:
- Ailbhe Rea, Bloomberg
- Adam Kinlan, POLITICO
- Aubrey Allegretti, The Times
- Bryn Downing, INP Media
- Caroline Wheeler, The Sunday Times
- Chris Giles, Financial Times
- Harry Cole, The Sun
- Ian King, Sky News
- Lord Ross Kempsell, Guido Fawkes
- Mark Kleinman, Sky News
- Natasha Clark, LBC
- Paul Morgan-Bentley, The Times
- Sam Cooper, MessageSpace
- Sarah Baxter, Director, Marie Colvin Center for International Reporting, Columnist & Former Deputy Editor of The Sunday Times
- Stevie Antonioni, The Spectator
- Tracey Boles, The Times
Thank you to each and every one of you for the time you’re committing to judging.
This year we will be celebrating the very best of the UK media, Parliament and digital campaigning across eight categories:
- Frontbench MP or Peer of the Year
- Political Speech of the Year
- Political Campaigner of the Year
- Scoop of the Year
- Most Influential Business or Economic Journalist of the Year
- Journalist Whose Influence Grew and Grew this Year
- Political Journalist of the Year
- Digital Campaign of the Year
Finally, a big thank you to our awards sponsors – MessageSpace, Polimonitor and INP Media – for their partnership and ongoing support.
With an incredible judging panel, an outstanding shortlist, and a well-earned celebration ahead, the countdown to 18th March 2025 begins. Stay tuned for more updates and join the conversation by following #PagefieldAwards2025 on social media.
