Joshua Rozenberg

Legal journalist and author

Joshua Rozenberg - Legal journalist and author
Born

May 30th, 1950
75 years ago

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

United Kingdom

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An English lawyer, journalist, and author contributed significantly to legal journalism. Worked for several prominent newspapers, providing in-depth analysis and commentary on legal issues. Served as the legal affairs correspondent for The Guardian and has also written for The Times. Authored several books exploring the British legal system and constitutional law. Involved in broadcasting, providing expert commentary on legal matters for networks such as BBC. Recognized for contributions to the understanding of law and justice in media.

Served as legal affairs correspondent for The Guardian

Authored books on British legal system

Provided legal commentary on BBC

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