When was the first edition of The Guardian Weekly printed?
The first edition of The Guardian Weekly was printed on the 4th of July 1919. This issue arrived just one week after the signing of the Treaty of Versailles.
Questions about The Guardian Weekly
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Who is the current editor of The Guardian Weekly as of 2025?
Graham Snowdon took over as editor in November 2023 and remains the current editor. He leads a publication that includes content from sister publications like The Observer until its sale to Tortoise Media on the 22nd of April 2025.
What format did The Guardian Weekly adopt in 2005?
In 2005 The Guardian Weekly shrank to a half-Berliner format while increasing pagination to 48 pages. Full-colour printing was also introduced during this transition when the daily newspaper converted from broadsheet to Berliner format.
Which countries are the top markets for The Guardian Weekly subscriptions?
Britain Australia the United States and Canada are the top markets for The Guardian Weekly followed by New Zealand France and Germany. A European edition was added in 2024 to serve readers in more than 170 countries worldwide.
When did Natalie Bennett leave her role as editor of The Guardian Weekly?
Natalie Bennett left the paper in 2012 after emphasizing environmental politics and global coverage during her editorship. She subsequently became the leader of the Green Party of England and Wales until 2016.