Richard Lough
About Richard Lough
Richard Lough serves as the Deputy Bureau Chief for Thomson Reuters in France, where he has worked since 2017. He has extensive experience in journalism, particularly in covering political and economic issues across Europe, Africa, and South America.
Work at Thomson Reuters
Richard Lough has been serving as the Deputy Bureau Chief for France at Thomson Reuters since 2017. In this role, he leads the Paris bureau's Macroeconomy, Political, and General news team, focusing on delivering exclusive and impactful journalism. Prior to this position, he held various roles within Thomson Reuters, including Chief Correspondent for South Latam and Bureau Chief for South Latam in Buenos Aires. He also worked as a Global Desk sub-editor in London and as a Correspondent in East Africa, covering significant events and developments across multiple regions.
Education and Expertise
Richard Lough studied at The University of Edinburgh, where he earned a Master of Arts (M.A.) in French and Politics from 1998 to 2002. His educational background complements his extensive experience in journalism, particularly in covering complex political and economic situations. He has developed a strong ability to break down intricate issues into insightful narratives, which has been a hallmark of his reporting career.
Background
Before joining Thomson Reuters, Richard Lough worked as a freelance broadcast journalist in Uganda and Kenya from 2005 to 2008. He transitioned to Thomson Reuters in 2010, where he served as a Correspondent in East Africa for four years. His career has included significant roles in various locations, including Buenos Aires and London, where he gained a comprehensive understanding of international news reporting.
Achievements
Richard Lough has a proven track record in developing talent within reporting teams and managing underperformance. His reporting has focused on critical issues such as coups, famines, debt defaults, and economic mismanagement. He specializes in delivering stories that influence market movements and set the news agenda across Europe, Africa, and South America, showcasing his ability to provide timely and relevant journalism.