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.
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 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.
Watch Thursday 18th July at 9pm on Sky Documentaries.
Watch Thursday 18th July at 9pm on Sky Documentaries.