Writes for the Guardian on politics and other stuff. Tweets my own. Grandchildren my joy.
United Kingdom (National)
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Martin Kettle's coverage primarily centers on political analysis, government policy and announcements, as well as reviews of cultural events. He is likely interested in insights from experts with a deep understanding of British politics, especially those related to the Labour Party and UK Government policies.
Kettle also covers entertainment topics such as music and concerts. If you have expertise in these areas or can provide unique perspectives on political developments within the UK, your pitch may resonate with him.
Considering his focus on review articles and legal policy regulation, he may value input from individuals who can offer thoughtful critiques of public policies or provide expert commentary on government decisions.
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Rachel Reeves's chancellorship was already balanced on a knife-edge, even before the 2025 budget. After she delivered her second budget statement, it still is.
By: Martin Kettle
In the 21st-century imbalance of power, Europe and Nato have neither the arms nor the wealth to impel Russia or the US to take its peace settlement seriously, says Guardian columnist Martin Kettle
By: Martin Kettle
The name originated during the period of Boris Johnson boosterism. People no longer want Brexit triumphalism, but things that actually work, says Guardian columnist Martin Kettle
What's in a name? A government minister has a good answer for Shakespeare's question. “Names aren't just convenient labels for people, places and things.
By: Martin Kettle
Andrei Serban’s 40-year-old production is confidently revived by Jack Furness, while the vocal richness of the Russian soprano as its eponymous heroine takes things to another level
By: Martin Kettle
Not all of the problems of Britain’s cultural sector come down to funding, but an awful lot do. That’s where leadership comes in, says Guardian columnist Martin Kettle
By: Flora Willson, Clive Paget, Andrew Clements, Erica Jeal, Rian Evans, Martin Kettle
Turnage’s Festen at the Royal Opera House swept all before it, but there was plenty of extraordinary new music, exhilarating performances and triumphs of talent, commitment and resourcefulness across the UK this year. We pick our best moments
By: Martin Kettle
Cutting’s programme of songs and music were all connected to the theme of night, in an evening that felt more cabaret than concert
By: Martin Kettle
H ugh Cutting is still sometimes described as a rising countertenor. That should surely now be unconditional.
By: Martin Kettle
A single act of kindness reminded me that, despite so much evidence to the contrary, the better angels of our nature are not necessarily doomed, says Guardian columnist Martin Kettle
