Annunziata Mary Rees-Mogg is a distinguished British freelance journalist with a focus on finance, economics, and European politics. Known for her sharp insights and robust journalistic career, she has also ventured into politics, notably aligning with the Brexit Party and later the Conservative Party during a pivotal period in British history.
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Early Life and Education
Annunziata is the daughter of William Rees-Mogg, a former editor of The Times, and Gillian Shakespeare Morris. She is the youngest sister of Jacob Rees-Mogg, a prominent British politician. Annunziata’s early involvement in politics began at an impressively young age. She joined the Conservative Party at just five years old, proudly stating, “I was too young to be a Young Conservative, so I joined the main party. Aged eight I was out canvassing, proudly wearing my rosette.”
Her education was at Godolphin and Latymer School in Hammersmith, West London, an independent day school for girls. There, she took A Levels in History, Chemistry, and Economics, which she described as “a very odd mix,” reflecting her diverse interests and intellectual curiosity.
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Journalism Career
Annunziata has built a notable career in journalism, contributing to various prestigious publications. She has been a leader writer for The Daily Telegraph, deputy editor of MoneyWeek, and editor of the European Journal, a Eurosceptic magazine owned by Bill Cash’s think tank, the European Foundation. Her work often reflects her keen understanding of finance and economics, coupled with a strong interest in European politics.
Political Career
Conservative Party
Annunziata’s political journey began within the Conservative Party. She was added to the party’s A-List by then-leader David Cameron and stood as a Conservative parliamentary candidate in the 2005 and 2010 general elections, although unsuccessfully. Her early political endeavours laid the groundwork for her future involvement in significant political movements.
Brexit Party
In April 2019, Annunziata was selected as a candidate for the Brexit Party in the East Midlands constituency for the European Parliament elections. She won a seat, marking a significant achievement in her political career. However, by December 2019, she resigned the party whip to support the Conservative Party’s Brexit strategy, demonstrating her flexible yet principled political stance.
Return to the Conservative Party
In January 2020, Annunziata rejoined the Conservative Party, aligning herself once again with the political roots she had established early in her career.
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