Laura Harding

Laura Harding is Deputy Entertainment Editor at PA Media, covering arts, media and entertainment. In this role, Laura has covered major awards shows including the Oscars, Baftas and Grammy awards, as well as international film festivals such as Sundance and Toronto. She is particularly interested in theatre, the film industry and the work of female directors. Laura's career began at PA, where she was a trainee.

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Former BBC broadcaster Huw Edwards (Jonathan Brady/PA)

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Former BBC broadcaster Huw Edwards (Aaron Chown/PA)

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