4 February 2020
Posted by Alastair Campbell
Thanks to Mr Harper on mental health, rebuttal of Mr Hague on Iraq
Given I left Downing Street in 2003, it's rare these days I get mentioned in Parliament. Then ... it's like waiting for a bus. Two mentions one after the other, first in Prime Minister's Questions, t... Continue24 June 2009
Posted by Alastair Campbell
By Dave’s friends shall we know him?
No doubt what the Westminster bubble, politicians and media alike, saw as the main political event yesterday, with hour after hour of live coverage on the election for the new Speaker, and reams abo... Continue23 June 2009
Posted by Alastair Campbell
The Speaker has to balance tradition and change – but defend Parliament
Whoever becomes Speaker today will start their tenure, as have their predecessors, by being 'dragged reluctantly' to the chair. One of those traditions. Like the Queen at Ascot, and rain at Wimbledon... Continue22 June 2009
Posted by Alastair Campbell
On the Iraq inquiry, Independent article wrong
Guardian online have quoted me accurately, whilst this morning's Independent misrepresented my position, on the Iraq war inquiry. The Guardian was quoting what I said at an event at the Commons last ... Continue19 June 2009
Posted by Alastair Campbell
Thank you to three readers, now please get involved
This blog comes courtesy of three readers of previous blogs, whose ideas will hopefully spark debate and involvement from others. First, thanks to Jane Appleton who had the idea of trying to make 'Fa... Continue19 June 2009
Posted by Alastair Campbell
Bad times in Belfast, great day for Burnley, odd statement from Ed Balls
A changed, more peaceful Northern Ireland is one of Labour's proudest achievements. It has been wonderful, in recent times, to visit the place and find yourself talking to people about the weather, fo... Continue18 June 2009
Posted by Alastair Campbell
16 June 2009
Posted by Alastair Campbell
From India to Iran to Labour wit
If diplomacy is war by other means, sometimes the same can be said of sport, which is why an India-Pakistan cricket match has long been on my list of 'must see before I die' sporting events. The app... Continue15 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.