Simon Heffer, Baron Blackwater

Simon Heffer, Baron Blackwater, is a British historian, journalist, and political commentator who serves as a member of the House of Lords. Born in 1960, he established a prominent career in journalism, holding senior roles at The Daily Telegraph and the Daily Mail. As an author, he has published numerous biographies and works on British social history, including a trilogy on the Victorian and Edwardian eras. Heffer is known for his socially conservative views and his support for Brexit. In 2026, he was appointed as a life peer, entering the House of Lords as a Conservative nominee.