Chris Mason has been named the BBC’s next Political Editor, taking the high-profile position previously held by Laura Kuenssberg.
He comes from a decade serving as a political correspondent for BBC News, during which time he has covered the coronavirus pandemic, Brexit and three general elections, among other earth-shaking events.
Mason said: “What a tremendous privilege to take on what, for me, is the most extraordinary job in British broadcasting and journalism. I clamber upon the shoulders of giants like Laura, Nick and Andrew with a smattering of trepidation and a shedload of excitement and enthusiasm.
“To lead the best team of journalists in the business on the best news patch of the lot is something I’d never even dared dream of. I can’t wait to get started.”
Kuenssberg announced her plans to leave the role after almost seven years in December 2021, when Easter was set as the target date by which to appoint her replacement.
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