Pippa Crerar

Pippa Crerar is the Political Editor at The Guardian and a co-presenter of Peston, ITV flagship current affairs programme. With over twenty years of experience at the heart of Westminster, she has reported on more than six general elections and the tenure of multiple prime ministers. Her career encompasses some of the most significant global and domestic events of the century, including the financial crisis, the Iraq war, and the complexities of Brexit. Known for her tenacity, she famously exposed the 'Partygate' and Barnard Castle scandals while serving as Political Editor at the Daily Mirror, and more recently uncovered the 2024 election betting scandal. Her contributions to journalism have been recognised with numerous prestigious accolades, including Journalist of the Year from the British Journalism Awards, the London Press Club, and the Society of Editors. She is a recipient of the Hugh Cudlipp Award and was named Woman of the Year by Women in Journalism. In addition to her print leadership, she is a familiar voice and face across the BBC, Sky News, and Channel 4, and has presented Radio 4's The Week In Westminster. Her influence on the British political landscape was further acknowledged when she was portrayed in the Sky television drama This England, which depicted the government's response to the pandemic. Pippa offers audiences an unparalleled look behind the curtain of British power, exploring the intersection of policy, personality, and departmental operations. She is booked for her sharp analytical skills and her ability to break down complex parliamentary affairs with authority and wit. On stage, Pippa Crerar is best known for talks on Politics & Geopolitics. Audiences leave with a clear, practical view of the subject rather than a generic overview — every keynote is shaped around the brief and the room. Their work resonates with leaders across Media & Broadcasting and Politics & Government, where the themes translate directly into team decisions, customer experience and growth strategy. Pippa Crerar is regularly booked for After Dinner Speaker, adapting tone, length and format to suit the event — from a 20-minute opener to a full conference keynote with Q&A. Based in UK, Pippa Crerar travels internationally for engagements. To check availability or request a tailored brief for your event, send an enquiry and we'll come back with fees, dates and a short summary of how Pippa Crerar would approach your audience.