Christopher Hird

Christopher Hird is the founder of Dartmouth Films, who have pioneered independent feature documentary production and distribution in the UK. He is a former deputy editor of the New Statesman, editor of Insight on the Sunday Times and managing editor of the Bureau of Investigative Journalism.

What top tip would you give to this year's entrants? 

Make it clear; make it convincing and make it concise.

What are you looking for in winning entries? 

Original reporting which increases our understanding of the world we live in.