Philip Collins is a notable British journalist, academic, and economist who has made a significant impact in politics, media, and economic analysis. Philip was educated at Bury Grammar School and attended the University of Birmingham, Birkbeck, University of London, and St John's College, Cambridge. He started his career in investment banking as an equity strategist, gaining a strong understanding of financial markets and economic policies. He later became a political adviser to Frank Field and worked at the Institute of Education, the BBC, and London Weekend Television. As Director of the Social Market Foundation, he played a key role in the Labour Party, serving as Chief Speech Writer to Tony Blair from 2004 to 2007, including writing Blair's final speech as Labour Leader. Philip has been a columnist for The Times and The New Statesman, offering commentary on political issues. He has also contributed to The Spectator, The Telegraph, and Prospect, earning recognition for his analysis of political communication. He is a visiting fellow at the London School of Economics and an associate editor of Prospect magazine. Philip has taught rhetoric and communication at the Blavatnik School of Government in Oxford and the School of Public Policy at the London School of Economics. He has also served as Chair of Trustees at Demos. In 2020, he joined The New Statesman as a columnist and is the founder and writer-in-chief at The Draft Writers, an agency that creates speeches for executives. Philip is a member of the Shadow Monetary Policy Committee at the Institute of Economic Affairs, where he monitors the Bank of England’s decisions and provides policy recommendations. His expertise has been crucial in shaping discussions within the committee. He has authored six books, including Start Again: How We Can Fix Our Broken Politics and When They Go Low, We Go High, a guide on persuasive communication. His latest book, To Be Clear, released in 2021, focuses on effective communication in business. Philip is a multifaceted professional with a deep understanding of politics, economics, and communication. His extensive career has established him as a voice in British politics and economic analysis.
