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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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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Covid this Christmas: the advice from experts and the government
feature Communication confusion hits hospitality industry as ministers give conflicting advice
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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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Will climate change lead to war?
Today's Big Question Environmental disruption can ‘load the dice’ and increase risk of conflict, experts warn
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When will we know if Cop26 has been a success?
Today's Big Question Draft agreement lays out key dates for necessary action on climate change
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What has Meghan Markle done since moving to California?
In Depth Duchess strikes mega TV deal plus book and mentoring projects in past 18 months
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Climate change: the cities most at risk
feature Urban populations face increasing threat of natural disasters from warming temperatures
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What the world is saying about Cop26
feature The ‘last chance’ bid to tackle climate change kicks off in Glasgow this weekend
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Publiq review: seasonal, social suppers at a new neighbourhood spot
The Week Recommends A modern restaurant in west London that’s putting its forward-thinking principles into practice
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The house price boom in five charts
feature Demand continues to outstrip ‘stock-starved’ housing market
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The government’s green strategies in a nutshell
feature Net zero plans for finance and homes are announced as the Treasury tots up the price tag
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Valneva vaccine: why UK ditched jab with ‘stronger immune response’ than AstraZeneca
In Depth Downing Street accused French manufacturer of breaching contract
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