Alastair McLellan

Alastair McLellan is a prominent figure in healthcare journalism and has been the editor of the Health Service Journal (HSJ) since 2002, with a brief interruption between 2007 and 2010.12 As the editor of HSJ, he leads the UK's premier intelligence service for healthcare leaders.1

Career Highlights

Awards and Recognition:: Alastair is the only journalist to have been named 'writer of the year' twice by the Periodical Publishers' Association.1 His investigative work has also been recognized, with his 2003 investigation into alleged hospital star ratings manipulation being selected as one of the '100 greatest moments in UK magazine history'.1

Journalistic Experience:: McLellan's journalism career began in 1986. Before joining HSJ, he covered significant global events such as the first Gulf War and the Hong Kong handover.1 His expertise in healthcare policy is extensive, having reported on UK health policy for over 20 years.4

Achievements at HSJ:: Under Alastair's leadership, HSJ has expanded its offerings. He has overseen the launch of award-winning initiatives such as HSJ Intelligence and HSJ Solutions.25 These developments have further solidified HSJ's position as a leading source of news and analysis for the NHS.

Professional Profile

Alastair McLellan describes himself as an award-winning editor and manager with a significant track record in online and B2B media business and brand development.3 His experience covers a broad range of areas, likely including healthcare policy, journalism, and media management.

At Wilmington plc, McLellan continues to serve as the Editor of the Health Service Journal, contributing to the company's portfolio of professional information and training services.