History Behind the Headlines: ageing politicians & new names for the London Overground
Hannah Skoda and Rana Mitter discuss the history behind current headlines – from the age of politicians over time to the new names for London's Overground

Published: March 5, 2024 at 7:59 AM
The latest instalment of our monthly series sees Hannah Skoda and Rana Mitter talk to Matt Elton about the extent to which age has historically been a factor in who gets elected. Plus: telling working-class stories, and the history behind the new names for London Overground lines.
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Authors

Matt EltonDeputy Editor, BBC History Magazine
Matt Elton is BBC History Magazine’s Deputy Editor. He has worked at the magazine since 2012 and has more than a decade’s experience working across a range of history brands.
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