SKY News launches two political shows

SKY News has announced two new political programs Election 2013: The Economy and Saturday Live.

Election 2013: The Economy will air weekdays at 3.30pm across both SKY News National and SKY News Business. Bringing together the resources and expertise of talent from both channels, The Economy will provide in-depth analysis of how the upcoming election with its many campaign promises and proposed policies will affect families and businesses.

SKY News Business Editor, James Daggar-Nickson said: “The economy is front and centre of this campaign and SKY News is uniquely positioned as Australia’s only Business Channel to provide unrivalled coverage of this key issue for all Australians.”

This weekend will also see the first episode of Saturday Live at 9pm on SKY News National with Janine Perrett  (pictured) at the reins. An expansion of the popular Paul Murray Live and Friday Live with Chris Kenny brand, Janine and her panel of guests will discuss the day in news and politics.

Australian News Channel Chief Executive, Angelos Frangopoulos said: “Janine Perrett is one of Australia’s most compelling and insightful journalists. We welcome her to our unrivalled Election 2013 team, bringing together her extensive knowledge and experience in both business and politics.”