Tim Shipman Political Editor of The Sunday Times

Tim Shipman is the Political Editor of The Sunday Times. He has written for The Spectator and Total Politics and made numerous appearances on the BBC. He has a growing following as a witty and sometimes irascible observer of the political scene on Twitter. His book All Out War is full of juicy insight into the events leading up to Brexit. Tim’s experience is diverse and has seen him report on a wide range of news, from the war in Kosovo to Bill Clinton’s impeachment, as well as writing extensively on security issues. He was the main anchorman for the Express’s coverage of the Iraq War, reporting from the US Central Command in Doha. Well known in the Westminster political mix, he is a trusted confidant of politicians from all political parties. Shipman started at the Daily Express as a graduate trainee, moving to deputy foreign editor and covered the 2000 US presidential election.

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