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In this three-part series, Alastair Campbell gives a fascinating and enlightening account of his time spent as Tony Blair’s closest ally.

Combining archive footage of the most pivotal events from the last ten years with readings from his long-awaited memoirs, The Alastair Campbell Diaries is a unique insight into British politics from the press secretary once labelled ‘the second most powerful man in the country’.

Written every day while he was the Prime Minister’s right hand man, Campbell spent more time with Blair than anyone and The Alastair Campbell Diaries reveal a very personal insight into the heart of UK politics. At times brutally frank, often funny but always compelling, this series lays bare the key events of a remarkable decade in British Politics. Lifting the lid on the advancements and setbacks, the crises and scandals, the rows and resignations and the decisions that affected the lives of millions while under constant and often hostile pressure.

A Liberty Bell production for BBC TWO
Episodes available: 1 x 60 minutes