Alastair Campbell

‘It’s 12 years ago now, for God’s sake’: Alastair Campbell on his role in the 2005 Lions tour and that O’Driscoll-Umaga tackle

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The former political spin doctor talks to Toby Manhire about the controversial tour, and what happens when the media guy becomes the story. Read our interview with Campbell about the UK election omnishambles here. The 2005 British and Irish Lions side arrived in New Zealand full of promise. Coach Clive Woodward, still enjoying the afterglow … Read more

‘It’s actually horrific, what she’s doing’: An interview with Alastair Campbell about the UK election omnishambles

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The former Labour communications chief talks to Toby Manhire about being proven wrong by Jeremy Corbyn, Theresa May’s ‘catastrophic’ deal with the DUP, and the chances of a Tony Blair comeback. Tomorrow: Campbell on the Lions tour As spin doctor in chief for Tony Blair, Alastair Campbell became a massive presence in British politics – not … Read more