Paul Lester

Paul Lester is a seasoned technology editor and impact lead at Which? since March 2017, focusing on consumer protection in the digital landscape. This role involves coordinating initiatives addressing issues related to Big Tech, security, and unsafe products, while contributing to research that has influenced significant legislation. Prior to Which?, Paul was a technology PR consultant at Argos, enhancing the brand's credibility in media, and served as content lead and tech PR at The PR Room, overseeing content production across various clients. Paul has extensive freelance experience as a writer and editor for leading technology publications, and held editorial positions at Highbury Entertainment, where GigaHz magazine was launched under his leadership. Paul began his career in software development with roles at Sisys and Blue Chip Data Systems, earning degrees in Software Engineering and Management from Bournemouth University and a BSc in Psychology from The Open University.