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Ben Wright

Ben Wright

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Political Correspondent, BBC

London

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horse racing and politics

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I am not a political news reporter.

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Total articles 217

  • Westminster's tortuous battle with the gender question

    By Ben Wright Verified| BBC News Verified Ben WrightPolitical correspondentBrian WheelerPolitical reporterWhat is a woman? In recent years it is a question that has caused political punch-ups, party splits and despatch box spats. A complex, emotionally charged and fiercely contested argument around gender, trans rights and women's sex-based rights has often left politicians at Westminster floundering to answer a seemingly straightforward question.

    By Ben Wright Verified · BBC News

    Apr. 16, 2025

  • Tips from sports insiders

    By Ben Wright Verified| EurekAlert!@ “Not in front of the internet, dang it,” quipped UT Athletics Director Chris Del Conte in response to a question about how the Longhorns were going to navigate the Wild West of college sports in the “name, image, and likeness” (NIL) era better than everyone else. Del Conte was participating on a panel at the 2024 Texas Business of Sports Summit, which took place Friday, Oct. 18, at the McCombs School of Business at The University of Texas at Austin.

    By Ben Wright Verified · EurekAlert!

    Dec. 10, 2024

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BBC

BBC News is the news division of the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC), established in 1922. It is the largest broadcast news organization in the world, employing around 5,500 journalists and 7,000 staff globally. The organization produces over 120 hours of content daily across radio, television, and digital platforms, with its headquarters located in London and 50 international bureaus staffed by more than 250 foreign correspondents. BBC News provides comprehensive news coverage through its TV channel, regional programs, and specialized services. It delivers news via BBC Radio 4, BBC World Service, and local stations, while its digital platforms offer live updates and multimedia content. The division produces flagship news programs, in-depth documentaries, and podcasts, catering to both UK residents and international audiences. Funded primarily by the UK television license fee, BBC News focuses on delivering impartial news without subscription fees for its core services.

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