Julia O'Driscoll, The Week UK
Julia O'Driscoll is the engagement editor. She covers UK and world news, as well as writing lifestyle, food and travel features, and is a regular guest on The Week Unwrapped podcast. Julia previously hosted The Week’s short-form documentary podcast, The Overview, interviewing guest experts on topics including nuclear power, international politics and women’s football. Julia is an experienced digital strategist with expertise in social media, newsletters, audience development and influencer marketing. After writing for student publications and interning at the Hay Literary Festival, she began her career as a print and digital journalist on magazine titles at Norwich-based publishing company Archant. She later moved to London and joined sustainability consultancy Eco-Age. During her tenure there as a social media and content editor, Julia oversaw a digital rebrand, managed the social media strategy for the Green Carpet Fashion Awards and interviewed prominent voices in the sustainable fashion and climate justice movements.
She has a master's in liberal arts from Bristol University, where she specialised in English literature and art history. She also spent a year studying at Charles University in Prague, dabbling in music anthropology, indigenous literatures and art curation.
Latest articles by Julia O'Driscoll, The Week UK
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How violence in Myanmar descended into civil war
feature UN has accused ruling military of committing ‘crimes against humanity’
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What is a ‘trigger warning’ and why are they controversial?
feature Debate continues over whether content labelling helps or harms students
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Ashling Murphy: the calls for change to protect women in Ireland
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How safe are UK prisons?
In Depth Former inmate describes ‘horror’ of giving birth to stillborn baby behind bars
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How Covid-19 set back the battle against child labour
In Depth After two decades of progress, 2021 saw increase in number of children working globally
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How the ‘Colston Four’ were found not guilty
feature Conservative MP calls for appeal after protesters cleared of criminal damage charges
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Why Politics for All was banned from Twitter
In Depth Social media expert says news account’s suspension is ‘one of the shadiest things I’ve ever seen’
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Are streaming services helping or hurting musicians?
In Depth Streaming is on the up but MPs say most artists make ‘pitiful’ incomes from services
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The secret to keeping a New Year’s resolution
feature Anticipating obstacles and rewarding yourself are key to success, psychologists say
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The top social media posts of 2021
In Depth Users gave weddings, K-pop and Twitter wit the thumbs up
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The 39 towns competing to be cities
In Depth Queen will approve ‘upgrade’ in status to winning locations next year as part of Platinum Jubilee celebrations
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The most extreme weather events in 2021
In Pictures Link between climate change and worsening weather established in pivotal year
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The BBC’s battle to retain top talent
Why Everyone’s Talking About Andrew Marr exits as broadcaster launches ‘major reshuffle’ of remaining senior presenters
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The countries that support the Taliban
In Depth Russia, China, Iran and Pakistan are sizing up the situation after seizure of power in Afghanistan
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Is recycling a waste of time?
Pros and Cons Process has both advantages and disadvantages in push to save our planet
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Why autism and ADHD are harder to spot in females
feature Experts say signs need to be better understood to ensure earlier diagnosis for girls and women
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How to plan a green Christmas
feature Cut your carbon emissions this festive season with rented trees and meal planning
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Which countries have mandated vaccines against Covid-19?
feature Compulsory vaccination rules have been both praised and criticised
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Is China capitalist?
Today's Big Question President Xi’s policy of ‘common prosperity’ may have significant impact on global economy
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What is seasonal affective disorder (SAD)?
feature Light exposure is said to help improve low mood during darker months
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The space mission launched to protect Earth
feature Nasa scientists announce successful lift-off in first stage of bid to prevent catastrophic asteroid collision
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What is climate migration?
feature Environmental threats projected to displace populations worldwide in coming years
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Beaverbrook Town House review: homely luxury with theatrical flourishes
The Week Recommends Forgot London’s West End, this Chelsea stage is set for entertainment and indulgence
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Unexplained surge in non-Covid deaths triggers calls for probe
In Depth Almost 9,300 more people than usual have died from conditions unrelated to coronavirus since July
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