Tim Shipman is the Political Editor of The Spectator magazine, a role he assumed in June of this year. Previously, he spent 11 years at The Sunday Times as Chief Political Commentator and Political Editor. His quartet of books on the turmoil in British politics following the Brexit referendum has sold more than 150,000 copies... Read more
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Tim Shipman is the Political Editor of The Spectator magazine, a role he assumed in June of this year. Previously, he spent 11 years at The Sunday Times as Chief Political Commentator and Political Editor.
His quartet of books on the turmoil in British politics following the Brexit referendum has sold more than 150,000 copies and is widely regarded as the definitive insider account of the most turbulent period in domestic politics since the Second World War.
An engaging, informed, and amusing speaker, Tim is widely acknowledged to have the best contacts in the business. He uses them to lift the veil on what is really going on, and who is doing what to whom, in Westminster and beyond.
Tim is one of the most decorated political journalists of recent years, garnering fourteen nominations for major awards, including ten in seven years at the British Press Awards, the newspaper industry’s equivalent of the Oscars. He has won a unique double, being named both Political Reporter and Political Commentator of the Year.
He has been reporting from Westminster since 2001, covering seven general elections, three referendums, two wars, and countless leadership contests. He has also reported on four U.S. elections and conducted one of just two British print interviews with Donald Trump, giving him a unique perspective on the links between British and American politics.
Tim is a regular on the Today programme and the co-presenter of Times Radio’s PMQs Unpacked show. He is an experienced broadcaster on the BBC and Sky News and has made appearances on Have I Got News For You and The News Quiz.
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Tim Shipman's speaking fees depend on the event format (in-person or virtual), the location, the length of the engagement and the level of customisation required. Please contact London Speaker Bureau for an up-to-date fee quote for Tim tailored to your event.
Tim Shipman speaks on Communication, Europe, Facilitators & Moderators, Geopolitics, Government & Politics. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with Tim to align the content with your delegates and goals.
London Speaker Bureau can book Tim Shipman for events worldwide, subject to Tim's schedule. Please send us your event date, location and format and we will confirm availability and handle travel and logistics on your behalf.
Virtual and hybrid keynotes are now a standard part of the speaking industry. Please contact London Speaker Bureau to confirm whether Tim Shipman is available to deliver a virtual session for your event and on which platform (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, a bespoke studio or your own).
Most keynote speeches run between 45 and 60 minutes, often followed by a 15-30 minute Q&A. Other formats - shorter conference slots, panel appearances or longer workshop sessions - may also be possible. Share your agenda with London Speaker Bureau and we will confirm what Tim can accommodate.
London Speaker Bureau will brief Tim Shipman on your audience profile, sector and objectives so the keynote can be shaped around your event. The level of customisation possible depends on the speaker and the lead time - contact us with your brief and we will confirm what Tim can offer.
Tim Shipman delivers keynotes in English. This profile may not list every language available; ask London Speaker Bureau to confirm. If you require simultaneous interpretation or a multilingual format, please mention this in your enquiry and London Speaker Bureau will arrange it for you.
Tim Shipman's areas of expertise include Communication, Europe, Facilitators & Moderators, Geopolitics, Government & Politics. To get a clear sense of Tim's style, credentials and how they engage an audience, please review the biography, popular talks and any videos or testimonials shown on this page, or request a detailed speaker brief from London Speaker Bureau.
Tim Shipman can be booked through London Speaker Bureau for corporate conferences, leadership events, internal team meetings, association gatherings and private client engagements where expertise in Communication, Europe, Facilitators & Moderators, Geopolitics, Government & Politics is relevant. Details of Tim's background and previous engagements are included in the biography above; contact us if you would like a more detailed list of past clients or case studies.
Beyond keynote speeches, many of the speakers on our roster also take part in workshops, executive masterclasses, panel discussions and fireside chats. Contact London Speaker Bureau with your preferred format and we will confirm what Tim Shipman is able to offer alongside or instead of a keynote.
We generally recommend enquiring at least three to twelve months in advance to secure your preferred date with Tim Shipman, particularly during peak conference seasons. Where possible we also accommodate shorter lead times - please contact London Speaker Bureau to check Tim's current availability for your dates.