Peter Preston

Peter Preston

journalist United Kingdom

Peter Preston is a distinguished British journalist and editor best known for his tenure as the editor of The Guardian from 1975 to 1995, during which he transformed the newspaper into a significant voice for progressive politics and environmental issues. Under his leadership, The Guardian expanded its coverage of global issues, including climate change, and became known for its commitment to investigative journalism. Preston's editorial direction played a crucial role in shaping public discourse on environmental matters, making him a pivotal figure in British journalism.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
33,294
Power
1,324$
Sentiment
6.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
United Kingdom 1 6.00 0.05% +0% 67,886,011 33,294 $2,700,000 1,324$
Totals 1 67,886,011 33,294 $2,700,000 1,324$
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Recent Mentions

United Kingdom United Kingdom: Peter Preston, the Guardian’s then editor-in-chief, called me into his office and made me environment correspondent. 6

The Guardian: After a career as an environment writer, here’s what I have learned | Environment