Jon Craig
Chief political correspondent for Sky News and veteran political broadcaster, known for extensive by-election coverage and live election night reporting.
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Feb 11, 2025 • 20min
Thatcher’s Britain? The legacy of the most influential post-war prime minister
Jon Craig, Sky News' Chief Political Correspondent, dives into the complex legacy of Margaret Thatcher, exploring how her radical policies like privatization and council house sales still shape Britain today. He reflects on key events such as the Falklands War and the miners' strike, revealing their lasting impact on society. Former private secretary Caroline Slocock shares personal insights about working with Thatcher, highlighting her charm and toughness. Together, they discuss her influence on contemporary political figures and the complexities of her governance.
Feb 23, 2026 • 16min
Coffee House Shots: why by-elections matter
Jon Craig, Sky News chief political correspondent known for live election-night coverage, shares his love of unpredictable by-elections. They tour landmark contests from 1938 to recent shocks. Short counts, long waits, career-making surprises and how modern politics and social media reshape scrutiny are all discussed in lively, anecdote-filled conversation.
Oct 17, 2025 • 18min
Thatcher 100 - why Margaret Thatcher is still shaping politics a century on from her birth
Jon Craig, Chief Political Correspondent for Sky News, delves into the legacy of Margaret Thatcher, the UK's first female prime minister. He explores her profound impact on both Conservative and opposition politicians, highlighting her divisive policies like the poll tax and union reforms. Craig discusses Thatcher's possible stance on Brexit and how her conservative philosophy would intersect with today's political landscape. He predicts her influence will reverberate through history as a transformative figure, embodying both admiration and controversy.
May 23, 2024 • 21min
And they're off... what has the first day of the election campaign told us?
Deputy political editor Sam Coates follows the PM's campaign trail across the UK in 2 days. Chief political correspondent Jon Craig discusses Labour's campaign launch in Kent. Online campaign correspondent Tom Cheshire talks about parties spending big online and its impact on the election.
Oct 18, 2023 • 19min
What do by-elections tell you about the state of politics?
Sky's chief political correspondent, Jon Craig, discusses the significance of by-elections and potential general election outcomes. Highlights include upcoming by-elections in Tamworth and Mid-Bedfordshire, the Labour Party's defeat in the Uxbridge by-election, and personal anecdotes covering various UK by-elections.
