For the journalist who has done the most to probe and investigate construction, architecture, infrastructure and elements of the built environment. The judges are looking for work which shows journalistic skill and rigour, is revelatory and which serves the public interest. For print/online entries, please provide up to three examples of work. Broadcasters can submit up to three clips or one entire programme in support of their entry. A supporting statement of up 500 words must also be included. Collaborative entries are accepted.
Built Environment Journalism

Martina Lees
The Sunday Times
- Corner-cutting, cover-ups and a disregard for human life: why Grenfell really happened
- Cladding crisis: ten builders have made more money since Grenfell than their companies pledged for safety works
- No one will pay to fix our unsafe flats — and now we could lose our homes
The judges praised Lees for using the “full force” of The Sunday Times “to crank up the pressure on those responsible for the biggest public housing scandal in 50 years”.
Martina Lees of The Sunday Times picks up the Built Environment award from Giles Barrie and Jeremy Vine at the British Journalism Awards 2022. Picture: ASV Photography Ltd for Press Gazette