I’m Richard Torné, an investigative journalist and editor with more than 18 years’ experience reporting on politics, business, international affairs, the environment, history and public policy for UK and international audiences. I’ve worked across print, digital and multimedia formats—producing features, long-form investigations, interviews, and audience-focused editorial content under tight deadlines. I also bring a strong podcast and webinar skillset as a confident host and interviewer, and I’m particularly passionate about turning complex issues into clear storytelling. Based in Exeter, I’m fluent in Spanish and have reported extensively across the UK and Spain, including on high-impact topics such as Spain’s illegal property crisis, where my reporting was referenced by outlets including the BBC and Bloomberg.

Richard Torné

I’m Richard Torné, an investigative journalist and editor with more than 18 years’ experience reporting on politics, business, international affairs, the environment, history and public policy for UK and international audiences. I’ve worked across print, digital and multimedia formats—producing features, long-form investigations, interviews, and audience-focused editorial content under tight deadlines. I also bring a strong podcast and webinar skillset as a confident host and interviewer, and I’m particularly passionate about turning complex issues into clear storytelling. Based in Exeter, I’m fluent in Spanish and have reported extensively across the UK and Spain, including on high-impact topics such as Spain’s illegal property crisis, where my reporting was referenced by outlets including the BBC and Bloomberg.

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I’m Richard Torné, an investigative journalist and editor with more than 18 years’ experience reporting on politics, business, international affairs, the environment, history and public policy for UK and international audiences. I’ve worked across print, digital and multimedia formats—producing features, long-form investigations, interviews, and audience-focused editorial content under tight deadlines.

I also bring a strong podcast and webinar skillset as a confident host and interviewer, and I’m particularly passionate about turning complex issues into clear storytelling. Based in Exeter, I’m fluent in Spanish and have reported extensively across the UK and Spain, including on high-impact topics such as Spain’s illegal property crisis, where my reporting was referenced by outlets including the BBC and Bloomberg.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent

Work Experience

Reporter at Newsquest Group
June 1, 2025 - March 1, 2026
Reported on East Devon news for regional print and digital titles and wrote feature interviews, focusing on delivering timely, readable coverage for local audiences.
Reporter at South Hams Newspapers (Tindle Group)
July 1, 2023 - March 1, 2025
Covered Devon news, politics, environment and economic development for print and online audiences. Produced in-depth reporting on the 2024 General Election, water pollution and Devon Freeport, and conducted feature interviews with senior figures including Police Commissioner Alison Hernandez and Devon Freeport CEO Richard May.
Reporter at South Hams Newspapers, Tindle Group
July 1, 2023 - March 1, 2025
Covered Devon news and wrote feature-length articles on topics including the 2024 General Election, the environment and water pollution issues, plus Devon’s freeport. Produced video and feature interviews with key figures such as the D&C Police Commissioner and the Freeport CEO to provide deeper local insight.
Freelance Journalist at UK
January 1, 2023 - June 30, 2023
Produced news features, editorials and SEO-focused digital content for UK and European publications. Worked on the relaunch of David Lean’s Dedicated Maniac with US publisher BearManor Media.
Freelance Journalist
January 1, 2023 - June 1, 2023
Produced reporting and feature articles for UK and European publications, wrote editorials and SEO-rich content, developed fiction work, and supported the re-launch of 'David Lean’s Dedicated Maniac' with a US publisher (BearManor Media).
News writer at Key Media
June 1, 2021 - December 1, 2022
Wrote feature interviews for the US and UK mortgage industry, speaking with senior executives, CEOs and leading economists. Created SEO-rich content and conducted/hosted podcasts and webinars, increasing web traffic for Mortgage Professional America and Mortgage Introducer.
Freelance Journalist at UK
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2021
Produced features, news reporting and editorial content for UK and North American publications including HotCars and A Place in the Sun. Reported on trends, consumer issues and international affairs while developing independent digital content.
Freelance Journalist
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2021
Reported news and wrote feature articles for UK and North American publications, including Hotcars and A Place in the Sun. Produced editorials and SEO-rich content while investigating and covering issues, events and trends to grow readership.
Editor and Reporter at Costa Almería News (Spain)
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2018
Led reporting, editing and feature production for an English-language expatriate newspaper in Spain. Covered complex issues including Spain’s illegal property crisis, coastal law and expat financial regulation, managed editorial workflows and breaking-news coverage, and conducted exclusive interviews and investigative reporting across South East Spain.
Editor and Reporter at Costa Almería News
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2018
Led news, interviews, features and opinion columns, building editorial quality through fairness, accuracy and compelling headlines. Covered complex issues including Spain’s illegal property scandal, coastal law in Portugal and Spain, and asset declarations for expats—producing feature-length reporting for major outlets like The Sunday Times. Managed journalists and coordinated news alerts, breaking stories and copy production through streamlined workflows.
Journalist, Reporter and Columnist at Everything Spain Magazine and Open Democracy
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2005
Early-career reporting and column writing for publications, building foundational experience in editorial production and storytelling.

Education

Honours Diploma in Journalism and Newswriting at The London School of Journalism
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2005
Honours Diploma in Journalism and Newswriting at London School of Journalism
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2003

Qualifications

Honours Diploma Journalism and Newswriting
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2005

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Government, Financial Services, Real Estate & Construction, Travel & Hospitality, Education, Professional Services