Election: Behind the scenes at Sky News

08/07/2024

Election: Behind the scenes at Sky NewsNew documentary goes behind the scenes, giving the full story of Sky's 2024 general election coverageMonday 8 July 2024

Watch Thursday 18th July 9pm on Sky Documentaries, 10.30pm on Sky Showcase and Friday 19th July 9pm on Sky News

In an enlightening new documentary, Election: Behind the scenes at Sky News, lifts the lid on what it takes to cover one of the most consequential UK General Elections in a generation.

Sky News gives audiences the full story as they reveal how a newsroom adapts and evolves to cover such a major event, and with not much notice, after a shock summer election was called at the end of May.

Chief Presenter Kay Burley, who has covered 12 UK General Elections, and award-winning Political Editor Beth Rigby, take audiences behind the curtain of all the major electoral moments and let you in on the secrets of a TV news production in the midst of a heated battle for number 10.

The film covers the four weeks leading up to polling day on July 4th. The team gives a glimpse into the highly managed experience of a battle bus, the rigorous debate preparations ahead of Beth Rigby hosting the Sky News leadership event in Grimsby, along with highlighting the importance of journalistic integrity.

The film culminates with Election Night Live, the overnight results show which covered the historic results and the change of government which has put Keir Starmer into number 10.

Bringing together all parts of the newsroom, on the road and in the studio, Election: Behind the Scenes at Sky News, showcases what it is to be a journalist during the most anticipated political event of the year.

For interview requests and screeners, please contact

mim.pippard@sky.uk

About Sky NewsAt Sky News, our mission is to bring you the full story, first. We take you there, 24:7, reporting from the heart of the events changing our world. We ask the big questions of everyone, revealing what you want to know. And our style is bold and independent, giving you a fresh perspective.

In the UK, Sky News is a compelling alternative to the public service broadcasters and opinion-driven news outlets, reaching one in three people every month. Across the world, we are one of the most-followed English language news brands on social media, bringing award-winning British journalism to a global audience.

Sky News is part of Sky, one of Europe's leading media and entertainment companies, owned by Comcast Corporation.

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