Steve Richards
Steve Richards is a UK political journalist, broadcaster and author who helps organisations understand UK politics, leadership and shifting political dynamics.
- UK political journalist, columnist and broadcaster.
- Former BBC political correspondent.
- Former Political Editor of the New Statesman.
- Former Chief Political Commentator at The Independent.
- Presenter of BBC Radio 4’s Week in Westminster.
- Author of multiple books on UK politics, including The Rise of the Outsiders, The Prime Ministers, The Prime Ministers We Never Had and Turning Points.
Full Profile
Key speaking topics
- UK politics and government
- Political leadership and prime ministerial power
- Electoral dynamics and party politics
- Outsider movements and political disruption
- Media and political communication
- Contemporary political turning points
Ideal for
- Corporate leadership teams
- Financial and professional services audiences
- Policy and public affairs professionals
- Conference audiences seeking political insight
Audience outcomes
- Clear understanding of current UK political dynamics
- Insight into leadership under political pressure
- Context for major political turning points and decisions
- Greater clarity on how party politics shapes policy direction
Why organisations work with Steve Richards
- Deep experience across print and broadcast political journalism.
- First-hand insight from interviewing senior UK political figures.
- Authoritative analysis grounded in published research and books.
- Ability to translate complex political developments into clear, structured insight for business audiences.
Biography
Steve Richards is one of the UK’s most experienced political journalists and broadcasters, providing clear, structured insight into the forces shaping British politics and leadership. His analysis draws on decades of frontline reporting and senior editorial roles across national media.
He has worked as a BBC political correspondent and later served as Political Editor of the New Statesman, as well as Chief Political Commentator at The Independent. Alongside his print journalism, he presents BBC Radio 4’s Week in Westminster and has appeared across major UK political programmes.
Richards is also the creator and host of Rock ’n’ Roll Politics, a live show and podcast examining contemporary political developments. Through this platform and his wider broadcasting work, he translates complex political dynamics into accessible, informed commentary.
As an author, he has written extensively on modern British politics and leadership. His books include Whatever it Takes, The Rise of the Outsiders, The Prime Ministers, The Prime Ministers We Never Had, and Turning Points, each exploring power, political change and the pressures facing those at the top of government.
For senior leadership teams, financial and professional services audiences, and public sector organisations, Richards provides context, clarity and informed analysis on political risk, leadership under pressure and the structural shifts reshaping UK politics.