‘No worries’ – the new response to thanks
Out for a longish run along Regent's Park canal this morning, I found myself saying 'thank you' on four different occasions - twice when being waved forward by oncoming cyclists at those slow-down saf... Continue1 September 2009
Posted by Alastair Campbell
At last – something Obama cannot do well
Lesser mortals among the fraternity known as 'world leaders' may take a little comfort from the fact that finally, Barack Obama has been found wanting. Luckily for the President, who can make fly-swa... Continue16 July 2009
Posted by Alastair Campbell
All hail Monty, Jimmy and Collie!
I thought I would get back from the triathlon (good fun but horrible wind), clamber onto the sofa and fall asleep in front of Australia's cruise towards victory in the first Test. Sleep? Not a chance.... Continue12 July 2009
Posted by Alastair Campbell
First triathlon of the summer for me, education award for Fiona
The triathlon season is well under way, and today is my first of the summer. However, in part because of a shoulder injury which has prevented me from swimming, I am taking part in a relay, with Olymp... Continue12 July 2009
Posted by Alastair Campbell
Two great early morning moments
I was up north for a wedding yesterday, in one of the most beautiful parts of Britain. Hence the stunning backdrops to telly interviews I did on David Cameron, Andy Coulson and the News of the World p... Continue10 July 2009
Posted by Alastair Campbell
Ecclestone undermines his own success with alarming views on Hitler
It's hard to see why Bernie Ecclestone chose to give an interview to The Times, which appears today under the headlines 'Hitler? He got things done, says Ecclestone' as a news story on Page 3, and, on... Continue4 July 2009
Posted by Alastair Campbell
Honouring the power of sport to do good
Off to a celebration of Henry Hodge's life later today, so I may have a few words to say about that later - like if you haven't already, please make a donation to www.justgiving.com/alastaircampbel... Continue29 June 2009
Posted by Alastair Campbell
Andy Murray is a winner. Is that why some Brits don’t like him?
For a few humid, air-cracking minutes, I was sure I was going to witness another moment in history yesterday - namely the first competitive tennis played under the new roof at Wimbledon. Somehow, wit... Continue28 June 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.