The Economist says the position is based in London and will oversee a growing Britain desk covering UK politics, economics, social affairs and more.
Nauta will be available to comment on British politics, the economy, public services delivery and reform, social change, and Britain’s changing role on the world stage.
Nauta was social affairs editor for The Economist from 2022-2025. Previous to that she was the paper’s public policy editor. Her former roles include writing for the finance, business, international, US and Europe sections. She also worked as executive editor for the paper, co-ordinating the editorial and commercial parts of The Economist Group.
Before joining The Economist in 2013, Nauta worked at Her Majesty’s Treasury in London, where she focused on public spending and European budget negotiations.
Zanny Minton Beddoes, editor-in-chief of The Economist said: “Our Britain section is growing in coverage amidst a tumultuous time in British politics and a stagnated economy. Sacha’s experience and talent as an editor make her an ideal choice to lead our Britain team. I am very excited for her to take on this important role.”
Nauta said: “I am thrilled to lead The Economist’s Britain section as Britain seeks to grow its economy and find its place in an increasingly volatile world. I look forward to working with a fantastic group of people on our Britain desk and shining a light on the team’s stellar editorial work.”
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