Dermot Murnaghan

Dermot Murnaghan

Sky News presenter

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About Dermot Murnaghan

Having reported from many major historic events around the world, Dermot is a recognised expert in current affairs, offering audiences informed and topical perspectives on today’s news agenda. As a skilled conference host and awards presenter, he combines journalistic insight with an approachable style that resonates with a wide range of audiences.

Dermot joined the BBC in 2003 after many successful years with ITN, where he presented some of ITV’s most prominent news programmes, including News at Ten, as well as Channel 4 News. During his time at the BBC he presented BBC Breakfast on BBC One for five years before later becoming one of the main presenters on Sky News, hosting weekday coverage and major breaking news programmes.

Alongside his news broadcasting, Dermot has presented a variety of television programmes including Treasure Hunt, the popular BBC Two quiz show Eggheads, and its spin-offs Celebrity Eggheads and Are You An Egghead?.

His broadcasting career has also included presenting the science series Human Guinea Pig on Bravo, where high-profile guests took part in extreme scientific experiments. Dermot’s incisive interviewing style has earned widespread recognition, including the Royal Television Society’s Interviewer of the Year Award, following his high-profile interview with Peter Mandelson that led to the politician’s resignation from the Cabinet.

Dermot is widely respected within the corporate events world as a professional and engaging host, frequently invited back by clients year after year. His experience moderating complex discussions and guiding live audiences makes him a trusted choice for conferences, awards ceremonies and high-profile corporate gatherings.

Over the years he has hosted events for organisations including The Home Office, Eurostar, Royal Mail, Orange, The Foreign and Commonwealth Office, Which?, The Police Federation and The Army Families Federation, among many others.

As an event host and facilitator, Dermot Murnaghan combines journalistic authority, professionalism and warmth, ensuring events run smoothly while keeping audiences engaged and conversations lively.

To book Facilitator Dermot Murnaghan, contact The Speakers Agency on +44(0)1332 810481 or email enquiries@thespeakersagency.com

Testimonials

"This was the first time we used Dermot and he was a real winner with the audience...he was very easy to work with, very professional and did a great job for us."

Community Care Publication Conference: The Excellence Network

"The event went really well and Dermot was fantastic!"

The Which? Big Banking Debate

"Dermot was highly charming [as our Conference host] and very well received, as usual. Ever the consummate professional! A delight to work with him again..."

Constables Conference 2010 (The Police Federation of England and Wales)

"What can I say other than, ‘Thank you! We couldn’t have done it without you!’ It was a real pleasure working with you and your calm professionalism was greatly appreciated."

British Parking Association Civil Enforcement Awards

"Thank you very much for facilitating yet another excellent TalkBack session. The conference delegation and Central Committee appreciate your knowledge on policing issues and your skills in managing the questions during the session. It was a pleasure to work with you again."

Police Federation Constables’ Conference: Talkback

"The event went really well and Dermot was fantastic!"

The Which? Big Banking Debate

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