In a world saturated with information, much of it political, a new breed of political journalist has emerged, one which can cut through the language of highly media trained politicians to expose the reality behind the polished façade. These elite few journalists occupy a powerful position from where, as well as reporting the latest government 'spin', they can often lend it their own personal twist.

Chris Steele-Perkins spent a day with Andrew Marr, the BBC's Political Editor, who maintains a favoured position with the Government and a 'plain speaking' popularity with the viewing public. He...