The Times says Fraser Nelson is one of the UK’s most respected political commentators and editors. He began his journalism career at The Times in 1996 as a business correspondent. He later became the political editor of The Scotsman before joining The Spectator in 2006.
For more than 15 years, he served as editor of The Spectator and was also a regular columnist for The Daily Telegraph. During this time, he cemented his reputation as a leading authority in British political discourse, known for his sharp analysis and thought-provoking insights, added The Times. He is also a member of the advisory board of the Centre for Social Justice and the Centre for Policy Studies.
Fraser Nelson said: “I’m thrilled to be coming back to The Times, where my journalistic career began almost 30 years ago. Back then I was a ‘Boy Friday’ running errands for the business desk once a week. I remember at the time saying that my long term plan was to end up on the comment pages: it was the first time I saw someone literally spit out their beer. After 23 years in Westminster and 15 as an editor I like to think my credentials are a bit better now. I think of no greater honour than being a columnist for this newspaper - and no better time to be doing it. I can’t wait to get started.”
Tony Gallagher, editor of The Times, said: "I am thrilled to welcome Fraser back to The Times, where his distinguished career began. He is among the most incisive and insightful voices in British journalism, and I have no doubt his weekly columns will deeply resonate with our readers."
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