The Guardian has garnered recognition for its exceptional journalism, earning more than 20 nominations at the prestigious 2026 Press Awards. Among its accolades, the newspaper has been shortlisted for significant categories including website of the year, daily newspaper of the year, and overall newspaper of the year for both daily and Sunday editions. A total of 27 entries from the Guardian have been selected across 21 categories, reflecting the newspaper's commitment to quality reporting and storytelling.

Among the notable nominations are three journalists from the Guardian who are in the running for broadsheet interviewer of the year: Charlotte Edwardes, Donald McRae, and Simon Hattenstone. Hattenstone's contributions have also earned him a spot on the shortlist for broadsheet feature writer of the year. Additionally, Malak A Tantesh, the Guardian’s former correspondent in Gaza, has been nominated for young journalist of the year, showcasing the breadth of talent within the organization.

Highlighting the Guardian's investigative prowess, the series "Missing in the Amazon" has been nominated for news podcast of the year. This six-part investigative narrative, hosted by Tom Phillips, delves deep into the tragic disappearance and murder of journalist Dom Phillips and Indigenous defender Bruno Pereira, while also addressing critical issues such as organized crime and the dangers faced in the Amazon region. The nominations underscore the Guardian's influence and ambition in the journalistic landscape, particularly in reporting on complex international matters.