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Guest blog from a ‘proper’ psychiatrist, on how the ‘nest’ can help the mind

Guest blog by Peter Tyrer, Emeritus Professor of Community Psychiatry, Imperial College, London Most people who read Alastair’s account of his brother, Donald, and his eulogy at Donald's funeral, ... Continue

Me, Dermot and ten top songs

Good response on Facebook last night when I slipped in that D:Ream's 'Things can only get better' was one of my ten songs when I go on Dermot O'Leary's Time Capsule programme on Radio 2 tomorrow night... Continue

23 February 2009

Posted by Alastair Campbell

Names round-up

Thanks to everyone (particularly Charlie, which nonetheless doesn't qualify) for suggestions of people instantly recognisable by first name alone. I kicked off with Delia in advance of my lunch with ... Continue

22 February 2009

Posted by Alastair Campbell

What’s in a name?

Am still undecided whether to drive or train it to Norwich. Will be a last minute decision. At least the sun is shining, and I have lunch with Delia to look forward to on arrival. I know name-dropping... Continue

21 February 2009

Posted by Alastair Campbell

Alastair Campbell is a writer, communicator and strategist best known for his role as former British Prime Minister Tony Blair’s spokesman, press secretary and director of communications and strategy. Still active in politics and campaigns in Britain and overseas, he now splits his time between writing, speaking, broadcasting, charities and consultancy.

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