David Leask is the Chief Reporter at The Times. Based in Scotland, he has extensive experience covering a range of topics, including crime, home affairs, and investigations, with a focus on regional interest and world news. He has been featured in multiple outlets including Glasgow Times, Belfast Media Group, and Yahoo News UK.
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David Leask's coverage spans various aspects of Scotland, including crime, politics, education, and healthcare. He often includes opinion editorials and governmental announcements in his articles. Therefore, he may be open to receiving pitches related to expert opinions on government policies and legal matters in Scotland.
Given the broad range of topics David covers within Scotland, professionals with first-hand knowledge or expertise in Scottish politics, social issues impacting Scottish society (such as education and healthcare), or legal matters would likely find success when reaching out to him.
As his focus is primarily on the national level within the United Kingdom (Scotland specifically), it's essential for pitches to emphasize their relevance to this geographic area.
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Millionaire drummer funded action brought by Fiona Higgins, who was reported to the Standards Commission but was blocked from using documents in her defence
By: David Leask
Jamie Jauncey agrees with the families calling on Andy Burnham to back an inquiry into the 1994 crash on the Mull of Kintyre that killed 29
Some islanders say their speech is a form of Norse — and are even adding Scandi-style accents to words — but most linguists insist it is solidly Scottish
By: Danyel Vanreenen, David Leask
Mollie Murray, whose condition makes her skin extremely sensitive to UV light, can now enjoy playtime at home with the curtains open thanks to a charity grant
Dan Buckley, who was groomed by a school bus driver, along with another boy, felt tortured by the abuse until his psychologist suggested he seek justice
The nation’s streets are getting worse, not better, but why? Join us as we take a deep dive into the filth
By: David Leask, Marieta Marinova
Official statistics reveal 16,500 crimes in a year, the highest since modern records began. A charity has delved into the details to understand why
Average prices in the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park are £330,000 — outstripping those in Edinburgh or Glasgow and unaffordable for many locals
Fringe groups are harrying the SNP for being too weak on independence, arguing a ‘settler occupation’ fundamentally imperils the Yes campaign
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